Transformation and Homologous Recombination Allow for the Formation of Heteroduplex

question 50

Multiple Choice

Transformation and homologous recombination allow for the formation of heteroduplex DNA. Which of the following would occur during DNA replication of this molecule?

• A) One daughter strand is complementary to the recombinant DNA molecule, while the other daughter strand is complementary to the parent DNA molecule.
• B) Both daughter strands are complementary to the recombinant DNA molecule.
• C) Both daughter strands are complementary to the parent DNA molecule.
• D) None of the answers are correct.

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