Question

Which of the following are possible results of mutated genes?

(Choose all that apply)


minimal effect

no effect

beneficial effect

harmful effect

Answer 1

no effect, beneficial effect, harmful effect

Step-by-step explanation:

Which of the following are possible results of mutated genes? (Choose all that apply)

no effect

beneficial effect

minimal effect

harmful effect

Beneficial mutations increase the diversity of the gene pool, which adds to the survival of the species as opposed to those that have harmful or no effect.

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Answer 2

harmful effect and no effect

Step-by-step explanation:

No effect: most mutated genes destroy themselves before it gets to far

Harmful effect: an example of harmful effects would be down-syndrome (where you have 3 21-chromosomes and you are only supposed to have 2)