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Mutated DNA sequences that can be passed from parent to offspring —
A
occur in somatic cells
B
occur in gametic cells
C
are rejected during meiosis
D
only occur if the parent is exposed to harmful substances

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
B

Mutations that can be inherited are those in gametic (germline) cells. Somatic mutations affect only the individual and are not passed on; meiosis does not "reject" mutated alleles; and mutations can arise spontaneously as well as from environmental exposure.