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Type of modified stem meant for vegetative reproduction in pineapple is also present in

A

Strawberry

B

Jasmine

C

Chrysanthemum

D

Grass

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for a type of modified stem that is responsible for vegetative reproduction in pineapple and whether it is also present in other plants. 2. **Identifying the Stem Modification in Pineapple**: In pineapple, the type of modified stem used for vegetative reproduction is known as "suckers". Suckers are lateral branches that develop from the base of the main stem. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Strawberry**: The stem modification in strawberry is "runners", which is incorrect for this question. - **Jasmine**: In jasmine, the stem modification is "stolons", which is also incorrect. - **Chrysanthemum**: Chrysanthemum does have "suckers", which is the same type of stem modification as in pineapple. This option is correct. - **Grass**: Grass typically has "runners", which is incorrect. 4. **Conclusion**: The only plant from the options that shares the same type of stem modification (suckers) as pineapple is chrysanthemum. 5. **Final Answer**: The type of modified stem meant for vegetative reproduction in pineapple is also present in **chrysanthemum**. ---
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