__________ is removing a portion of the stem and fixing in the soil to allow the growth of roots and buds growing into shoots.

Cutting

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The correct option is A
Cutting

Cutting is removing a portion of the stem and fixing in the soil to allow the growth of roots and buds growing into shoots. Shoots with leaves attached are usually used. New roots and leaves will grow from the cutting.

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__________ is removing a portion of the stem and fixing in the soil to allow the growth of roots and buds growing into shoots.

The correct option is A Cutting Cutting is removing a portion of the stem and fixing in the soil to allow the growth of roots and buds growing into shoots. Shoots with leaves attached are usually used. New roots and leaves will grow from the cutting. ​​

The correct option is A
Cutting

Cutting is removing a portion of the stem and fixing in the soil to allow the growth of roots and buds growing into shoots. Shoots with leaves attached are usually used. New roots and leaves will grow from the cutting.