Microinsertions and Microdeletions Often Result in ________ Mutations

Question

Microinsertions and microdeletions often result in ________ mutations.
A) auxotrophic
B) advantageous
C) silent
D) frameshift

Accepted Answer

Microinsertions and microdeletions are types of frameshift mutations because they cause a shift in the reading frame of the genetic code. This can lead to non-functional or truncated proteins.