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Inbreeding depression is -

A

) Reduced motility and immunity due to close inbreeding

B

Decreased productivity due to mating of superior male and inferior female

C

Decrease in body mass of progeny due to continued close inbreeding

D

Reduced fertility and productivity due to continued close inbreeding

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