Question
Is the following statement true? “Antigenic drift and other mutations to the DNA of viruses are always beneficial for the virus.”(1 point)ResponsesYes, because mutated viruses have less mRNA so they can copy and replicate faster.Yes, because mutated viruses have less mRNA so they can copy and replicate faster.Yes, because mutated viruses are able to infect more hosts.Yes, because mutated viruses are able to infect more hosts.No, because different mutations cause a variety of immune responses.No, because different mutations cause a variety of immune responses.No, because mutated viruses may be less likely to replicate.
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The statement “Antigenic drift and other mutations to the DNA of viruses are always beneficial for the virus” is **false**.
The correct response among the options given is: **No, because different mutations cause a variety of immune responses.**
While some mutations can confer advantages to a virus, such as the ability to evade the immune system or infect new hosts, not all mutations are beneficial. Many mutations can be neutral or even detrimental to the virus's ability to replicate and survive.
The correct response among the options given is: **No, because different mutations cause a variety of immune responses.**
While some mutations can confer advantages to a virus, such as the ability to evade the immune system or infect new hosts, not all mutations are beneficial. Many mutations can be neutral or even detrimental to the virus's ability to replicate and survive.