Answer the following question given this paragraph: 

Sponges reproduce both asexually and sexually. Asexual reproduction occurs by budding. Sexual reproduction occurs by the production of eggs and sperm. Males release sperm into the water through the osculum. Sperm may enter a female sponge through a pore and fertilize her eggs. The resulting zygotes develop into larvae.


Q: Budding in sponges is a form of what type of reproduction?

 Choices:

- sexual

- reasonable

- competitive

- asexual

A:
asexual
