Which of the following statements is incorrect about mutations?

A. Some mutations change the nucleotide sequence of a gene.
B. Mutations change the bases in DNA.
C. A mutation in a somatic cell will be passed on to subsequent generations.
D. Without mutations, there would be no variation and no evolution.
E. Some mutations remove nucleotides from a gene.


Answer: C

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