Which of the following statements explains how errors during meiosis that result in an extra copy of a chromosome can facilitate evolution?
A) A polyploid individual that results could mate with an individual that is deficient for other chromosomes.
B) Over time, mutations can accumulate in the extra sets of genes and allow evolution of novel functions.
C) The genome is redundant and adding additional copies reinforces the redundancy.
D) Evolution requires fit individuals and an increase in the number of genes in a genome correlates with increased fitness.

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Mutations in the extra copies of genes can lead to new functions, providing material for evolutionary change.

Which of the Following Statements Explains How Errors During Meiosis