Which statement best describes the similarities in the marigold plant and the pine tree? (2 points)

a
Both the marigold plant and the pine tree produce seeds, which are needed for reproduction.

b
The marigold plant reaches adulthood after the sprouting stage, and the pine tree reaches adulthood after the seedling stage.

c
The pine tree and the marigold plant have no visible similarities and have different life cycles.

d
The reproductive life cycle of the marigold starts in the sprouting stage and the life cycle of the pine tree starts in the seed stage.