Mutations
A)are generally adaptive.
B)are generally maladaptive.
C)may be either adaptive or maladaptive.
D)never make much difference.

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Mutations may be either adaptive or maladaptive. Some mutations may result in changes that give an advantage to an organism in its environment, making it more fit for survival and reproduction. Other mutations may have deleterious effects and reduce an organism's fitness, making it less likely to survive and reproduce. It ultimately depends on the specific mutation and its interaction with the environment. Therefore, neither option A nor B is accurate. Option D is also incorrect because mutations can have significant impacts on an organism's phenotype and survival.