A mutation causes an increase in the production of DNA demethylase.The expected effect would be _______ in the amount of overall methylation and a consequential _______ in overall gene expression.

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DNA demethylase removes methyl groups from DNA, leading to decreased methylation. Reduced methylation generally results in increased gene expression, as methylation typically suppresses gene activity.

A Mutation Causes an Increase in the Production of DNA