Question

The term synergistic action of hormones is ______.

• A. When two hormones act together but bring about opposite effects
• B. When two hormones act together and contribute to the same function
• C. When one hormone affects more than one function
• D. When many hormones bring about any one function

Answer 1

The correct option is B

When two hormones act together and contribute to the same function

In growth and development, one or the other plant growth regulator has some role to play. Such roles are complementary, antagonistic and individualistic or synergistic. If two hormones act together and contribute to the same function then it's said to be synergistic.