If a Deletion Occurs in a Gene That Encodes DNA

question 34

Multiple Choice

If a deletion occurs in a gene that encodes DNA polymerase I and no functional DNA polymerase I is produced, what will be the MOST likely consequence of this mutation?

• A) The DNA strands would contain pieces of RNA.
• B) The DNA would not exist in a supercoiled state.
• C) There would be no DNA replication on the leading or lagging strands.
• D) There would be no RNA primers laid down.
• E) The DNA will not be able to unwind to initiate replication.

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