Synonymous Changes That Arise Within Coding Sequences of Genes

question 13

Multiple Choice

Synonymous changes that arise within coding sequences of genes

• A) occur more frequently than nonsynonymous changes.
• B) are usually detrimental to fitness.
• C) generally have no effect on the phenotype.
• D) may be eliminated by natural selection.
• E) Both B and C are correct.

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