Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement (I): Saccharomyces cerevisiae used in baking industry is a multicellular fungus.
Statement (II): Both haploid and diploid cells of Saccharomyces cerevisiae may divides asexually by budding.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

• A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are true.
• B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are false.
• C. Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false.
• D. Statement (I) is false but Statement (II) is true.

Hint:

During nutrient starvation, diploid cells of Saccharomyces cerevisiae undergo meiosis to form a tetrad of four haploid spores protected inside an ascus, which allows them to survive harsh environmental conditions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D