How Do Germ-Line Mutations Differ from Somatic Mutations

question 51

Multiple Choice

How do germ-line mutations differ from somatic mutations?

• A) Germ-line mutations involve small changes to DNA such as base-pair substitutions, while somatic mutations usually involve large deletions.
• B) Germ-line mutations occur during DNA replication, while somatic mutations do not.
• C) Germ-line mutations can be passed on to offspring, while somatic mutations cannot.
• D) Germ-line mutations are reversible, while somatic mutations are not.
• E) Germ-line mutations result in cancers, while somatic mutations do not.

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