Question

mutations caused by errors during translation most likely cause which of the following effects?
a. genetic diseases in the individual
b. the effects can be beneficial, harmful, or neutral.
c. death of the organism
d. no effect on phenotype

Explanation:

Mutations can have various outcomes. Some may be beneficial (e.g., conferring resistance to a disease), some harmful (e.g., causing a genetic disorder), and some neutral (e.g., not affecting the organism's function or survival). This is a fundamental concept in genetics regarding the nature of mutations.

Answer:

B. The effects can be beneficial, harmful, or neutral.