alleryCytokinins help a plant overcome the apical dominance caused by
AFlorigen
BEthylene
CAuxins
DJasmonates
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Auxins
Apical dominance is maintained by auxin from the apical bud, and cytokinins counter it to promote lateral shoot growth.
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