35 The white cattail is a hybrid species of plant that is a result of the cross between the broad-leaved cattail and the narrow-leaved cattail. Over time, the white cattail has
established itself in the wetlands of Midwestern states.
Which of these explains the success of the white cattail?
A Favorable genes from parental generations provide advantageous characteristics to the
hybrid species
B Hybridization produces offspring traits that allow different species to survive in extreme
environments.
C Inherited traits passed on from parental generations make hybrid species more
susceptible to disease.
DHybrid species display more adaptations due to their reduced genetic diversity.