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Which of the following is a false statement regarding self-compatibility in flowering plants?

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Self-compatibility allows a flower to fertilize itself. It promotes genetic diversity by encouraging cross-pollination. Correct Self-compatibility can lead to inbreeding depression. Self-compatible plants can produce offspring without the need for cross-pollination.

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Self-compatibility means that a plant can self-fertilize. While it offers reproductive assurance, it does not promote genetic diversity; in fact, cross-pollination is needed for increased variability.

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