Pseudogenes tend to have lower average substitution rates than functional genes

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


FALSE
Explanation: Pseudogenes are nonfunctional and are therefore not subject to natural selection. Substitutions thus accumulate more rapidly than in functional genes.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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What will be an ideal response?

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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