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In sugarcane, the lower ends of cuttings...

In sugarcane, the lower ends of cuttings are often dipped in IBA prior to sowing to promote

A

Rooting

B

Increase in number of shoot buds

C

Sprouting of shoot bud

D

None of these

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The correct Answer is:
A
IBA (Indole butyric acid) is added at the lower end of cutting to initiate rest formation but it inhibit root and shoot growth.
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