Question

Which of the following statements is true? Acquired mutations are passed down from parent to offspring. Mutations are the most fundamental way to add new genes to a gene pool. Hereditary mutations are caused by external factors, such as radiation. Only somatic mutations are important to evolution because they can be inherited.

Answer 1

The 2 one 100% i know it

Answer 2

The last one is true. Somatic means it can be hereditary. Hereditary means that it is passed down from parent to offspring. So c cant be right because hereditary isn't an external factor. a isn't right because acquired mutations aren't hereditary you get them from external factors. B isn't right because its not the most fundamental way.