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How do mutations lead to genetic variation within a species?

O A. Making exact copies of DNA increases the rate at which parents
can produce offspring.
B. Changes in DNA produce genetic traits that can be passed on to
offspring.
C. Making exact copies of DNA increases the total number of
organisms in a population.
OD. Changes in DNA prevent organisms from surviving long enough to
reproduce.

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Answer:

B. Changes in DNA produce genetic traits that can be passed on to

offspring.

Genetic variations that alter gene activity or protein function can introduce different traits in an organism.

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Answer:

B. Changes in DNA produce genetic traits that can be passed on to offspring.

Step-by-step explanation:

biodiversity

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