Which of the Following Is a Function of a Clamp

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a function of a clamp protein?

• A) It joins two nucleotides in a leading strand.
• B) It helps synthesize short oligonucleotides.
• C) It allows the leading strand to be threaded through it.
• D) It joins Okazaki fragments in a lagging strand.

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