Which of the Following Statements is True

Question

Which of the following statements is true?
A)Specific mutations occur because they are needed.
B)Mutations only occur during development.
C)All mutations are harmful.
D)Gametes fuse without regard to which mutations they carry.

Accepted Answer

Gametes fuse randomly and do not take into account which mutations they carry. This can result in offspring inheriting harmful mutations or genetic diseases, as well as beneficial mutations. A and B are false statements, as mutations are not purposeful and can occur at any point in an organism's life. C is also false, as some mutations can be helpful, neutral, or harmful depending on the context.