How Does DNA Polymerase Differ from RNA Polymerase

question 32

Multiple Choice

How does DNA polymerase differ from RNA polymerase?

• A)Only RNA polymerase adds new nucleotides to the 3' end of a growing chain.
• B)Only RNA polymerase requires a primer.
• C)Only DNA polymerase uses a template DNA strand to direct synthesis of a new nucleotide strand.
• D)Only DNA polymerase has a proofreading ability.

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