Codon bias suggests that

A) some codons evolved earlier than others.
B) not all nonsynonymous substitutions are neutral.
C) some codons are selectively favored over others.
D) small fitness effects can make a large difference over time.
E) some tRNAs are more abundant than others.


C

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