Which of the Following Best Explains the Initial Steps for the Synthesis

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains the initial steps for the synthesis of deoxynucleotides?

• A)begins with reduction of the ribose residue in PRPP
• B)deoxy PRPP is formed from deoxyribose-5-phosphate
• C)formed by reduction of ribonucleotide counterparts
• D)formed by oxidation of ribonucleotide counterparts
• E)none of the above

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