Are Mutations in the Coding Regions of DNA Primarily Favored

question 11

Multiple Choice

Are mutations in the coding regions of DNA primarily favored or selected against?

• A) They are always selected for because they always increase fitness.
• B) They are often selected against because they often make the mutated organism less fit.
• C) They are generally maintained at a level of 50% throughout a population.
• D) Selection does not act on this part of the genome.

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