If DNA Methylation is Blocked Early in a Developing Worker

Question

If DNA methylation is blocked early in a developing worker honeybee, it develops into a
A) larger worker honeybee.
B) male drone honeybee.
C) queen honeybee.
D) fertile worker honeybee.

Accepted Answer

Blocking DNA methylation in developing worker honeybees can lead to the development of queen honeybees, as methylation plays a role in determining the caste of the bee.