Explain why or why not this mutation will be passed down to future generations.

Mutations in somatic cells are called somatic mutations. Because they do not occur in cells that give rise to gametes, the mutation is not passed along to the next generation by sexual means. To maintain this mutation, the individual containing the mutation must be cloned.

i believe it would cause an increase of percipitation, though i could be wrong. so i would say b is the answer.

2%? i tried finding the exact sorry if it's not 100% correct ; -;