A mutation results in an enzyme that is partially active compared to the wild- type allele. This type of "leaky" mutation is classified as _______.
A) null/ amorphic
B) hypomorphic
C) hypermorphic
D) neomorphic
E) dominant negative

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Hypomorphic mutations result in a gene product with reduced activity, hence the term "leaky" mutation, as it allows for some level of function compared to the wild-type allele.

A Mutation Results in an Enzyme That Is Partially Active