Buds are typically found

Correct answer: (a) Both at the base of leaves and tip of branches

Explanation

A bud is an undeveloped shoot that grows into a leaf, flower or branch.

Apical (terminal) buds occur at the tip of branches for vertical growth; axillary buds occur at the base of leaves for branches/flowers.

So buds are found at both the base of leaves and the tip of branches.