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Which mutation would be most beneficial to an elephant and its descendents?

A.
a mutation of the hemoglobin allowing better oxygen-carrying capacity

B.
a mutation of the tail fur so it becomes course and thick

C.
a mutation of the skin color resulting in an albino (white) elephant

D.
a mutation of the tusk size and length resulting in smaller and shorter tusks

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The correct answer is (a.) a mutation of the hemoglobin allowing better oxygen-carrying capacity. The mutation of the hemoglobin that allows a better oxygen-carrying capacity would be the most beneficial to an elephant and its descendants. 
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