In General, Liverworts Have a Cuticle and Pores

Multiple Choice

In general, liverworts have a cuticle and pores. However, some species do not have pores. What would you predict concerning the cuticle of these species and why?

A) The cuticle would be the same thickness as in those species with pores.
B) The cuticle would be thicker than in those species with pores.
C) The cuticle would be thinner than in those species with pores.
D) The cuticle would be thick in some places and thin in other places.