What Is the Need for a Primer Strand in Transcription

question 64

Multiple Choice

What is the need for a primer strand in transcription?

• A) It ensures the fidelity of the newly synthesized RNA strand.
• B) There is none.
• C) RNA polymerases requires a preexisting strand with a nucleotide having a 3'-OH.
• D) RNA polymerase requires a preexisting strand with a nucleotide having a 5'-OH.

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