Which of the Following Statements About the Cytoskeleton Is TRUE

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the cytoskeleton is TRUE?

• A)All eukaryotic cells have actin, microtubules, and intermediate filaments in their cytoplasm.
• B)The cytoskeleton provides a rigid and unchangeable structure important for the shape of the cell.
• C)The three cytoskeletal filaments perform distinct tasks in the cell and act completely independently of one another.
• D)Actin filaments and microtubules have an inherent polarity, with a plus end that grows more quickly than the minus end.

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