Cardinals reproduce sexually. Many types of fungi can reproduce asexually by producing spores. A fungus does not need to _______ to reproduce, but a cardinal does.
A. reach maturity
B. expend energy
C. find a mate
D. find food
C. Find a mate, the explanation is because if fungi reproduce asexually it doesn’t make sense for them to find a mate, as cardinals can sexually reproduce they do need a mate.