What is the end result of mitosis in a typical diploid somatic cell?

• A. Four genetically distinct haploid cells with half the chromosome number of the parent cell
• B. Two genetically distinct diploid daughter cells produced by crossing over and independent assortment
• C. One enlarged polyploid cell created by fusion of two nuclei after chromosome replication
• D. Two genetically identical diploid daughter cells with the same chromosome number as the parent cell

Answer: (D)