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Close breeding is done between...

Close breeding is done between

A

two different breeds

B

two different species

C

same breed animals

D

parents with their progeny

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about "close breeding" and between whom this type of breeding is performed. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option A**: Two different breeds - This refers to outbreeding or outcrossing, which is not close breeding. - **Option B**: Two different species - This refers to interspecific hybridization, which is also not close breeding. - **Option C**: Same breed animals - This could refer to inbreeding, but we need to clarify if it refers specifically to close breeding. - **Option D**: Parent with their progeny - This option suggests breeding between close relatives, which is indeed what close breeding refers to. 3. **Identifying the Correct Answer**: - Close breeding is typically defined as breeding between closely related individuals, such as a parent and its offspring. Therefore, the correct answer is **Option D: Parent with their progeny**. 4. **Conclusion**: The answer to the question "Close breeding is done between" is **Option D**. ---
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