Asexual production is more widespread in plants than in animals. So the correct choice is: Asexual reproduction is not as widespread in ( animals) as it is in (plants ) .
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Asexual reproduction involves offspring that are genetically identical to the parent and is much more common in plants than animals. In animals, methods like budding and fragmentation exist, but most species rely on sexual reproduction for increased genetic diversity. Plants, however, can reproduce asexually in various ways, making it a widespread strategy for them.
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