A scientist observed a phenotypic change in a mouse in her laboratory. This change was passed to the mouse’s offspring. What inference could the scientist make that would be supported by the observation?
a.
The phenotypic change is due to a mutation in a gamete.
b.
This mutation causes a disorder.
c.
This mutation has a positive impact on the mouse’s ability to survive.
d.
This mutation is the result of insertion of nucleotides.