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

• nothing because mutations are random
• smoking tobacco
• nothing because mutations are not inherited
• having a mutation on a non-gamete cell

1 answer

The factor that could increase the possibility of mutations in your offspring is smoking tobacco. Smoking is known to introduce various carcinogens and harmful substances into the body, which can lead to DNA damage and potentially increase the rate of mutations that can be passed on to the next generation.