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The roots that originate from the base of the stem are:

  1. A
    Fibrous roots
  2. B
    Primary roots
  3. C
    Prop roots
  4. D
    Lateral roots

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In monocotyledonous plants, the primary root is short-lived and is replaced by a large number of roots. These roots originate from the base of the stem and constitute the fibrous root system, as seen in the wheat plant.

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The roots that originate from the base of the stem are:
A
Fibrous roots
B
Primary roots
C
Prop roots
D
Lateral roots

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