Some redwood trees reproduce both sexually and asexually. Once a tree reaches maturity, it can reproduce with another tree through pollination and fertilization. The tree then disperses thousands of seeds so that some of them might take root. However, a tree can also reproduce asexually. If it falls down, several smaller trees can sprout from its trunk without the need of fertilization.Why is it advantageous for a redwood to reproduce sexually when it could reproduce asexually instead? (1 point)
• It reduces the need to find a mate.
• It increases the energy needed to reproduce.
• It increases the genetic diversity of the tree's offspring.
• It decreases the time needed to reproduce.