Consider a plant that produces spores but lacks a vascular system and true roots, stems, and leaves. It requires water for fertilization. Which of the following features would most likely be observed in its life cycle?
- ADominant diploid sporophyte with a dependent gametophyte
- BPresence of motile male gametes and archegonia
- CFormation of seeds after fertilization
- DIndependent existence of both sporophyte and gametophyte
✓ Correct answer: B
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