What is the main reason for cells to divide?

What is the main reason for cells to divide?
  1. To restore the nucleo-cytoplasmic ratio.
  2. To produce diploid daughter cells with identical genetic complement.
  3. To allow for the growth of multicellular organisms.
  4. To repair damaged cells.

Solution

Cell growth results in disturbing the ratio between the nucleus and the cytoplasm. It therefore becomes essential for the cell to divide to restore the nucleo-cytoplasmic ratio.

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