Given below are two statements: Statement I : The synthetic auxin 2,4-D is widely used to prepare weed-free lawns by selectively killing mature monocotyledonous weeds. Statement II : Auxins control xylem differentiation and help in cell division. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

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Statement I is incorrect because the synthetic auxin 2,4-D is widely used to kill dicotyledonous weeds, not monocotyledonous weeds. It does not affect mature monocotyledonous plants and is used by gardeners to prepare weed-free lawns. Statement II is correct as auxins are known to control xylem differentiation and help in cell division. Therefore, Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct. Answer: Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct