[Campbell Biology P.886] What is the primary objective of plant breeding as described in the... | Practice Question

What is the primary objective of plant breeding as described in the text?

  • A: To change the traits of plants to produce desired characteristics.
  • B: To exclusively create new plant species through mutation.
  • C: To increase the human population's carrying capacity by altering plant genes.
  • D: To always eliminate undesirable traits found in wild relatives.

Explanation

The first sentence of the 'Plant Breeding' section clearly states: 'Plant breeding is the art and science of changing the traits of plants in order to produce desired characteristics.'