The Fact That the DNA Sequences of Most Homeotic Genes

question 46

Multiple Choice

The fact that the DNA sequences of most homeotic genes are very similar in a wide variety of animals suggests that

• A) homeotic genes are in a location of the genome that rarely undergoes mutation.
• B) homeotic genes probably evolved millions of years ago in the first animals.
• C) mutations in homeotic genes have little impact on an organism.
• D) homeotic genes play a minor role in the process of development.

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