Question

Which factor could increase the possibility of mutations in your offspring?(1 point)
Responses

nothing because mutations are random
nothing because mutations are random

having a mutation on a non-gamete cell
having a mutation on a non-gamete cell

nothing because mutations are not inherited
nothing because mutations are not inherited

smoking tobacco

Answer 1

Smoking tobacco.

Explanation: Only mutations in germ cells (sperm or eggs) can be passed to offspring. Smoking is a mutagen that can damage DNA in germ cells and increase the chance of heritable mutations. A mutation in a non-gamete (somatic) cell would not be inherited.