The most likely reason for the development of resistance against pesticides in insects damaging a crop is

Random mutations

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Genetic recombination

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Directed mutations

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Acquired heritable changes

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Solution

The correct option is B Genetic recombination
Genetic recombination is the process of exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids of the homologous chromosomes. It creates new genetic combination which may confer resistance against pesticides in insects. Hence, option B is the correct answer.

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