Which of these organisms reproduces by budding?

Step 1: Analyze the question We need the organism that reproduces by budding, where a new individual grows as an outgrowth (bud) on the parent's body, then detaches and becomes independent.

Step 2: Concept

• Binary fission: the parent splits into two equal parts (Amoeba, Paramecium, Euglena by longitudinal fission).
• Budding: an outgrowth develops on the parent, grows into a small copy, then breaks off. Examples are Hydra, yeast, and sponges.
• Colonial reproduction: Volvox forms daughter colonies inside the parent colony.

Step 3: Evaluate the options

• A. Amoeba: reproduces by binary fission, so it is not correct.
• B. Euglena: reproduces by longitudinal binary fission, so it is not correct.
• C. Hydra: under favorable conditions, a bud forms on the body wall, develops tentacles and a mouth, then detaches. This is correct.
• D. Paramecium: reproduces by transverse binary fission (and conjugation), so it is not correct.
• E. Volvox: reproduces by forming daughter colonies, so it is not correct.

Step 4: Answer The correct option is C. Hydra.

Tip: Remember "Hydra and Yeast Bud". Whenever you see Amoeba, Paramecium or Euglena, think "fission". Hydra and yeast are the classic budding examples in NECO, WASSCE and JAMB.