<h2>Answer:</h2>
The correct option is A (2; the same).
Through the process of mitosis, the nucleus divides to form <u>2</u> new nuclei, each containing <u>the same</u> number and type of chromosomes as the original.
<h3>Explanation:</h3>
Mitosis is the type of cell division cell division that results in two daughter cells each having the same number and kind of chromosomes as the parent nucleus, typical of ordinary tissue growth.
According to above definition, First option proves to be correct.