Which process creates a new allele rather than merely reshuffling existing alleles?
Correct answer: C. Mutation
- A. Independent assortment
- B. Crossing over
- C. Mutation
- D. Random mating
Explanation
Mutation changes the DNA sequence and can create a new allele in a population. Crossing over, assortment, and random mating rearrange alleles that already exist.
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