All of the following statements describe the consequences of mutations in DNA replication except which one?
A. The mutation will be passed to future daughter cells.
B. There is no mechanism for proofreading DNA replication in order to avoid mutations.
C. The mutation can benefit the cell.
D. The mutation can be detrimental to the cell.
Answer: B
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