By which of the following methods can seed dormancy be broken or its duration be reduced?

Which of the following seeds would germinate?

Based on the following statements,choose the correct option given below.
Statement $I$: Dormancy is a state of metabolic arrest that facilitates the survival of seeds during unfavourable conditions.
Statement $II$: Mature and viable seeds do not germinate even in the presence of favourable conditions unless the dormancy period is completed.

Dry seeds can endure higher temperatures than germinating seeds because:

What causes seed dormancy?

Choose the correct statement regarding seed dormancy.