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Which statement is an example of a beneficial mutation? (1 point)
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A person has a mutation that causes him to be unable to fully digest lactose.
A person has a mutation that causes him to be unable to fully digest lactose.

A fawn in the forest has a mutation that causes its fur color to be white.
A fawn in the forest has a mutation that causes its fur color to be white.

A mosquito has a mutation that causes it to be more resistant to pesticides.
A mosquito has a mutation that causes it to be more resistant to pesticides.

A person has a mutation that causes her earlobes to be attached to her head.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
A mosquito has a mutation that causes it to be more resistant to pesticides.

Explanation: This mutation increases the mosquito's chance of surviving pesticide exposure, so it improves its fitness (a beneficial mutation).