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Fruit and leaf drop at early stages can be prevented by the application of:

1. Ethylene
2. Auxins
3. Gibberellic acid
4. Cytokinins

Correct answer: Auxins

Solution

Auxins help prevent premature abscission by maintaining the abscission zone in young fruits and leaves. They are commonly used to reduce early fruit and leaf drop.

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