Which of the Following Type of Mutation Cannot Be Inherited

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following type of mutation cannot be inherited by animals?

• A) somatic mutation
• B) germline mutation
• C) point mutation
• D) frameshift mutation

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Definitions:

Government Redistribution

The transfer of income, wealth, or property rights from some individuals to others through mechanisms such as taxation, welfare programs, and subsidies, conducted by the state or governing bodies.

Welfare Programs

Government initiatives designed to provide financial aid and essential services to individuals and families in need, aiming to improve social well-being.

Marginal Utility

The additional satisfaction or utility gained from consuming one more unit of a good or service.

Utilitarianism

An ethical theory proposing that the best action is the one that maximizes happiness for the greatest number of people.