B.
Key word: slide
Think of sliding down a WATER slide.
Answer:
C. to convert carbon dioxide into sugars (glucose)
Explanation:
The overall purpose of the light -independent reactions is to convert carbon dioxide into sugars (glucose).
what? I think you're missing some crucial information in this question.
Answer:
D) The number of mitochondria has decreased due to long period of rest
You are correct :)
Explanation:
The basketball player requires energy so remember that the mitochondria is the powerhouse of the cell (so it produces energy).