The following statements are given about plant growth hormones:
$I.$ Cytokinins suppress the synthesis of chlorophyll.
$II.$ Auxins control apical dominance.
$III.$ Gibberellins promote shoot elongation.
$IV.$ Abscisic acid enables seeds to withstand desiccation.
Which of the above statements are correct?

• A
  $I$ and $II$
• B
  $II$ and $III$
• C
  $I$ and $III$
• D
  $II, III$ and $IV$