Which of these is most likely to cause the development of a six-legged frog?
A)mutation of homeotic genes
B)binding of repressors to operons
C)a mutation in DNA polymerase that affects all cells
D)conversion of a proto-oncogene to an oncogene

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Mutations in homeotic genes can cause developmental changes in body plan due to changes in the identity of segments. A mutation in a homeotic gene could potentially cause a frog to develop extra legs. The other options are not directly related to the development of body structures.

Which of These Is Most Likely to Cause the Development