In Order for a Mutation to Be Passed on to Offspring

question 32

Multiple Choice

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

• A) occur in a gamete
• B) be beneficial
• C) occur in a somatic cell
• D) result in additional chromosomes
• E) have negative evolutionary consequences

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Prototypes

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Heuristic

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Polya's Four Steps

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