Question

Hybrid of maize is grown frequently because of

• A. Good grain quality
• B. Good yield
• C. Higher starch content
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Good yield

Hybrid plants can be developed by the breeding of the plants of different species. The parents are genetically different plants. The hybrid of maize plant was developed in order to obtain higher yield. The plants with the trait of producing higher yield were crossed with the other plant with superior character. The number of grains in the plant and the number of fruits is counted to obtain a higher yield.

Thus, the correct answer is option B.