s the following statement true? “Antigenic drift and other mutations to the DNA of viruses are always beneficial for the virus.”(1 point)

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No, because mutated viruses may be less likely to replicate.
No, because mutated viruses may be less likely to replicate.

Yes, 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.

Answer 1

The correct response to the statement is:

No, because mutated viruses may be less likely to replicate.

Antigenic drift and other mutations can lead to changes in the virus that may not always be advantageous. In some cases, mutations can result in reduced fitness or ability to infect hosts. While mutations can sometimes provide benefits, they can also be detrimental to the virus's ability to survive and replicate.