Which Statement About DNA Replication Is False

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which statement about DNA replication is false?

• A) Okazaki fragments are synthesized as parts of the leading strand.
• B) Replication forks represent areas of active DNA synthesis on the chromosomes.
• C) Error rates for DNA replication are reduced by proofreading of the DNA polymerase.
• D) Ligases and polymerases function in the vicinity of replication forks.
• E) The sliding clamp increases the rate of DNA synthesis.

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