Which of the Following Provides Some Evidence That RNA Probably

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following provides some evidence that RNA probably evolved before DNA?

• A) RNA polymerase uses DNA as a template.
• B) RNA polymerase makes a single-stranded molecule.
• C) RNA polymerase does not require localized unwinding of the DNA.
• D) DNA polymerase uses primer, usually made of RNA.
• E) DNA polymerase has proofreading function.

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