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Transpiration and root pressure cause water to rise in plants by:

1. Pulling and pushing it, respectively
2. Pushing it upward
3. Pushing and pulling it, respectively
4. Pushing it upward

Correct answer: Pulling and pushing it, respectively

Solution

Transpiration pulls water upward through the xylem by creating tension in the leaves. Root pressure pushes water upward from the roots, so together they act as pulling and pushing, respectively.

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