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a species has a better chance of surviving if it has greater variation in its
choose one option
a mutations.
b golgi bodies.
c mitochondria.
d genes.

Explanation:

Genetic variation (variation in genes) is crucial for a species' survival. It allows populations to adapt to changing environments. Mutations (A) are a source of genetic variation but not the entity with variation. Golgi bodies (B) process and package proteins. Mitochondria (C) are the cell's powerhouses. Genes (D) carry hereditary information, and greater variation in genes (genetic diversity) enhances a species' ability to survive environmental changes (e.g., diseases, climate shifts) as there are more trait combinations to potentially be advantageous.

Answer:

D. genes