Cells produced at the end of telophase II have half the number of chromosomes as the cells that started the process.

Here's why:

* Meiosis I: The first meiotic division separates homologous chromosomes, reducing the chromosome number by half.

* Meiosis II: The second meiotic division separates sister chromatids, further dividing the genetic material.

Therefore, by the end of telophase II, you have four haploid cells (cells with half the number of chromosomes as the original cell).