Sometimes There Is a Mistake Made When DNA Is Copied

question 53

Multiple Choice

Sometimes there is a mistake made when DNA is copied. This is called a mutation. Which of the following is true about mutations.

• A) A mutation is always a disaster because then the DNA doesn't work and the organism it's part of doesn't work.
• B) A mutation is always a good thing because it creates diversity in organisms.
• C) A mutation is sometimes good and sometimes bad, depending what the change means for how the DNA works.
• D) A mutation is sometimes good and sometimes bad depending on whether it still allows for cell division.
• E) A mutation never really makes any difference because DNA can repair itself.

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