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Question

Why might a molecular clock based solely on neutral mutations be more reliable than one incorporating adaptive mutations?

Accepted Answer

Neutral mutations are less influenced by natural selection, providing a more consistent rate of change.

Answer

Neutral mutations are more likely to be subject to selective pressures.

Answer

Adaptive mutations occur at a constant rate across all lineages.

Answer

Neutral mutations typically result in large phenotypic changes.