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Mutation is any random genetic change that results in inheritable new traits.


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The correct option is A

True


Mutation is a change that occurs in our DNA sequence, either due to mistakes when the DNA is copied or as the result of environmental factors and other chemicals. Gene mutations lead to creation of new alleles and thus different traits.


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