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Each of us is part of the ongoing evolution of the species which of the following occurrences would have the greatest impact on the future biological evolution of the human population?

A

A mutation occurs in one of your sperm or egg cells

B

You do exercise every day so that you stay physically fit and healthy.

C

You move to kerala, the state of highest medical facilities and literacy.

D

You encourage your children to develop their intellectual abilities.

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A
A mutation in sperms or egg cells means mutation in offspring. This will have greatest impact on the future biological evolution of the human population.
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