In Order for a Mutation to Be Passed on to an Offspring

question 29

Multiple Choice

In order for a mutation to be passed on to an offspring, the mutation must

• A)occur in a gamete.
• B)be beneficial.
• C)occur in a somatic cell.
• D)result in additional chromosomes.
• E)be a point mutation only.

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