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An example of edible underground stem is

A

Sweet potato

B

Potato

C

Carrot

D

Groundnut

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Question**: The question asks for an example of an edible underground stem. 2. **Analyze the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Sweet potato - B) Potato - C) Carrot - D) Groundnut 3. **Evaluate Each Option**: - **Sweet Potato**: This is a tuberous root, not a stem modification. It is primarily a root that stores food. - **Potato**: This is a tuberous stem. Potatoes are modified stems that grow underground and are used for food storage. - **Carrot**: This is a root modification. Carrots are conical roots that store food, not stems. - **Groundnut**: This is a fruit that contains seeds within a pod. It is neither a stem nor a root. 4. **Determine the Correct Answer**: Among the options, only the potato is an underground stem that is edible. Therefore, the correct answer is **Potato**. 5. **Conclusion**: The example of an edible underground stem is **Potato**. ---
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