A mutagenic agent _____.
A)helps prevent mutations
B)causes mutations in many cells at the same time
C)slows down the rate of mutation
D)speeds up the rate of mutation

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A mutagenic agent is an agent that causes an increase in the rate of mutations, leading to genetic changes in cells. Therefore, the best choice is D, which states that a mutagenic agent speeds up the rate of mutation.

A Mutagenic Agent _____