A gardener observes that his rose plants are not producing many lateral branches, leading to a tall, spindly growth habit. To encourage bushier growth and more flowers, which plant growth regulator should he apply to the apical bud?
- AAuxin to promote apical dominance.
- BCytokinin to overcome apical dominance.
- CGibberellin to stimulate stem elongation.
- DAbscisic acid to induce dormancy.
✓ Correct answer: B
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