Which of the Following Statements Is Logically Correct? People in Africa

question 81

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is logically correct? People in Africa were dying of malaria:

• A)so the sickle cell allele came into being
• B)so mutation occurred that would protect them
• C)but an allele existed which provided some protection against malaria to those who have the allele

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