Question

consider the image of somatic cell versus gamete mutations and then answer the question. 2nd attempt which of these statements is consistent with the information presented in the figure? choose one: a. mutation a is heritable to offspring because the mutation took place in the germ line. b. mutation a is heritable to offspring because the mutation took place in a somatic cell. c. mutation b is heritable to offspring because the mutation took place in the germ line.

Explanation:

Mutations in germ - line cells are heritable as they are part of the reproductive cell line. Somatic cell mutations are not passed on to offspring. Mutation A occurs in the germ - line cells while Mutation B occurs in somatic cells.

Answer:

A. Mutation A is heritable to offspring because the mutation took place in the germ line.