Question

Which of the following point favor mutation theory?

• A. Mutations are not very common
• B. Mutations are mostly recessive
• C. Mutation give rise to new varieties
• D. Evening primrose is not a normal plant

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Mutation give rise to new varieties

• A number of mutations appear in nature and some mutations are also induced which have given rise to variations.

• This theory could explain both progressive and retrogressive evolution.

• The remaining options are against mutation theory.