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Edible tubers occur in

A

Root tubers of Helianthus tuberosus

B

Stem tubers of Tragopogon porrifolius

C

Stem tubers of Helianthus tuberosus and root tubers of Tragopagon porrifolius

D

Both stem and root tubers in Safflower.

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To solve the question "Edible tubers occur in," we need to analyze the provided options and determine which ones contain edible tubers. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Types of Tubers**: - Tubers can be classified into two main types: root tubers and stem tubers. - Root tubers are usually storage organs for nutrients, while stem tubers can also serve as storage but may be edible. 2. **Evaluate the First Option**: - The first option mentions "root tubers of Helianthus tuberosus." - Helianthus tuberosus, commonly known as Jerusalem artichoke, has edible tubers. However, the statement claims they are not for eating, which is incorrect. Thus, this option is **incorrect**. 3. **Evaluate the Second Option**: - The second option mentions "stem tubers of Tragopogon polypolyus." - Tragopogon polypolyus is known for its root tubers, which are not typically consumed. Therefore, this option is also **incorrect**. 4. **Evaluate the Third Option**: - The third option states "stem tuber of Helianthus tuberosus and root tuber of Tragopogon polypolyus." - The stem tuber of Helianthus tuberosus is indeed edible, and the root tuber of Tragopogon polypolyus is also edible. Hence, this option is **correct**. 5. **Evaluate the Fourth Option**: - The last option mentions "both stem and root tubers of safflower." - Safflower is primarily used for oil production and dye, and its tubers are not considered edible. Thus, this option is **incorrect**. 6. **Conclusion**: - After evaluating all options, the correct answer is the third option, as it includes edible tubers. ### Final Answer: The edible tubers occur in the stem tuber of Helianthus tuberosus and the root tuber of Tragopogon polypolyus. ---
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