Which of the following conclusions about mutations in the DNA sequence of a gene is most consistent with the statement?
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A Mutations are always rapidly occurring and are often very harmful to the individual.Mutations are always rapidly occurring and are often very harmful to the individual.
B Mutations are always beneficial.Mutations are always beneficial.
C Mutations are the only way for a new species to arise.Mutations are the only way for a new species to arise.
D Mutations are an important mechanism for the evolution of new species.