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

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

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

smoking tobacco
smoking tobacco

nothing because mutations are random

Answer 1

The factor that could increase the possibility of mutations in your offspring is smoking tobacco. Smoking generates various chemicals that can cause DNA damage and increase the likelihood of mutations, which can potentially be passed on to offspring if they occur in the germ cells (sperm or eggs).