Self Assessment Answer # 6 for Lesson 6 by Dr Jamie Love 2002 - 2005

Alternations of generations involve meiosis, gametes and fertilization to complete the life cycle. Therefore, they (ferns, algae, etc.) reproduce sexually. Granted, it is complicated but it is still sexual!
Note, however, that theses same species could reproduce asexually (by runners, for example) but the question focused on the life cycle involving alternation of generations.

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