Vegetative propagation: It is a form of asexual reproduction of a plant. Only one plant is involved and the offspring is the result of one parent. So, option 2 is correct. The new plant is genetically identical to the parent. Some of the methods used are: Cuttings : Cuttings are part of the plant that is cut off from the parent plant. Shoots with leaves attached are usually used. New roots and leaves will grow from the cutting. The shoot is cut at an angle. A growth promoter may be used to help with the growth of the roots. Grafting : In grafting 2 plants are used to develop a new plant with combined traits from the 2 parent plants. In grafting the scion is the above-ground part of one plant. The scion is attached to the stock which is the rooted part of the second plant. Layering : In layering a shoot of a parent plant is bent until it can be covered by soil. The tip of the shoot remains above ground. New roots and eventually a new plant will grow. These plants can then be separated.