Two Different Species of Protists Living in a Tide Pool

Multiple Choice

Two different species of protists living in a tide pool. Species A reproduces both sexually and asexually, and Species B reproduce only asexually. The pool gradually becomes infested with disease-causing viruses. Which species are more likely to survive in the changing environment?

A) Species A only
B) Species B only
C) Both species are equally likely to survive.
D) Neither species will be able to survive.