Evolutionary feedbacks between reproductive mode and mutation rate exacerbate the paradox of sex.

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Evolutionary theory suggests that low mutation rates should favor the persistence of asexuals. Additionally, given the observation that most nonneutral mutations are deleterious, asexuality may strengthen selection for reduced mutation rates. This reciprocal relationship raises the possibility of...

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