Question 8

(Multiple Choice)

All the following describe the general mechanism of DNA synthesis, except:


A) From the perspective of the DNA template strands, one strand is made 5' → 3' while the other strand is made 3' → 5'.
B) The strands become separated during synthesis.
C) Synthesis occurs in both directions from the starting site of synthesis.
D) Synthesis of DNA is a very accurate process.
E) All of these are correct.

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