Are mutations bad?

A. Yes, because the DNA is damaged.
B. No, because changes in the DNA result in better alleles.
C. Yes, because mutated proteins don't function.
D. It depends on how the mutation affects the protein's function


Answer: D. It depends on how the mutation affects the protein's function

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