Which of the Following Correctly Describes a Difference Between RNA

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following correctly describes a difference between RNA & DNA polymerases?

• A) RNA polymerases usually do not need a template, while DNA polymerases do.
• B) DNA polymerases usually require a primer (i.e., they can only continue a strand, not start one), while most RNA polymerases do not.
• C) RNA polymerases usually synthesize introns, while DNA polymerases synthesize cistrons.
• D) RNA polymerases polymerize 5' → 3', while DNA polymerases polymerize 3' → 5'.
• E) None of these

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