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What is the goal of "pricking out" seedlings?

A Removing yellowing or dead leaves Correct Incorrect

B Moving seedlings to larger containers for more space Correct Incorrect

C Severing the main root to stop growth Correct Incorrect

D Trimming the stem to encourage bushiness Correct Incorrect

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When seedlings get too large for their initial tray, they compete for nutrients. Pricking them out into individual pots gives them the room they need to expand.

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