Which of the following is not a factor that increases mutations?
A) Replication error
B) Fast rates of replication
C) UV radiation
D) Ionizing radiation
E) Repair enzymes

Question

Which of the following is not a factor that increases mutations?  
A) Replication error
B) Fast rates of replication
C) UV radiation
D) Ionizing radiation
E) Repair enzymes

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Repair enzymes are actually factors that decrease mutations by correcting errors that occur during DNA replication or from damage caused by environmental factors such as UV or ionizing radiation. Therefore, E is the answer choice that does NOT increase mutations.

Which of the Following Is Not a Factor That Increases