Which of the Following Would Cause a Genetic Mutation

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would cause a genetic mutation?

• A) DNA makes too many copies in the cell.
• B) DNA synthesis does not occur.
• C) DNA damage is not corrected.
• D) Death of a cell occurs.

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