Which of the Following Statements Is an Accurate Comparison of Eukaryotic

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is an accurate comparison of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells?

• A) Prokaryotic cells include the gametes and various single-celled organisms, while eukaryotic cells may occur as single-celled or multicelled organisms.
• B) Eukaryotic cells include gametes, have cell membranes and a nucleus, and may occur as single-celled or multicelled organisms.
• C) Prokaryotic cells make up single-celled organisms, while eukaryotic cells make up multicelled organisms.
• D) The earliest eukaryotic cells appeared about 3.5 billion years ago, while the earliest prokaryotic cells appeared about 1.2 billion years ago.

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