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Answer:
As the variables are not given, let us help with general explanation on manipulated variable.
Explanation:
A manipulated variable is an independent variable. In a scientific experiment, an independent variable can be described as a variable which can change naturally or which is changed by the researcher to check its effect on the dependent variable. The dependent variable is the variable which is under study and being tested.
For example, to check the difference in photosynthesis rate by light, the amount of light will be the independent variable and the rate of photosynthesis will be the dependent variable.
No, the vast majority of DNA mutations are not physically noticeable, and those that are noticeable physically are mainly cosmetic differences, such as a change in hair color, or heterochromia.