In DNA Replication, the Lagging Strand

question 61

Multiple Choice

In DNA replication, the lagging strand

• A) is synthesized as a series of Okazaki fragments.
• B) is synthesized as a complementary copy of the leading strand.
• C) pairs with the leading strand by complementary base pairing.
• D) is made up entirely of RNA primers.
• E) is not synthesized until the synthesis of the leading strand is completed.

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