Mutations occur when segments of dna are accidentally rearranged through the deletion, insertion, or substitution of one or more nucleotides. the diagram below shows how a nucleotide sequence can be changed by these mutations.
if one or more of these mutations occurs in the genes of reproductive cells, how might the traits of offspring be affected?
a. they may receive a benefit.
b. they may not be affected at all.
c. they may be harmed.