Question detail
What is the role of gibberellins in plants?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Plant hormones (biology only)
Question
- A. To promote flowering
- B. To inhibit growth
- C. To control fruit ripening
- D. To absorb water
Answer
The correct option is To promote flowering. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to describe (HT only) the use of gibberellins to promote flowering in the subtopic Use of plant hormones (HT only).
Explanation
The correct option is To promote flowering. To promote flowering is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to describe (HT only) the use of gibberellins to promote flowering. This belongs to the subtopic Use of plant hormones (HT only) within Plant hormones (biology only), so the explanation must stay tied to that curriculum context. The other options are incorrect because they either do not answer this learning objective, use a vague statement, or move away from Use of plant hormones (HT only).
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Gibberellins' Role
Students often confuse gibberellins with other plant hormones and incorrectly state that they are responsible for all aspects of flowering.
Focus on the specific role of gibberellins in promoting flowering, and differentiate them from other hormones like auxins and ethene, which have different functions.
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