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Mutations do not lead to variation in characters.

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The correct option is B False
Mutations lead to variation in characters. Only mutations that occur in reproductive cells are passed on to the next generations and contribute to genetic variation in a population.
Certain mutations are harmful and some are helpful for survival.

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