Which Statement Describes a Function of the Addition of Methyl

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which statement describes a function of the addition of methyl groups to DNA?

• A) Methylation is used by E. coli as part of a defense mechanism to distinguish its DNA from foreign DNA.
• B) Methylation serves as a marker during repair of DNA during replication.
• C) Methylation of DNA occurs in some animals when infected with certain bacteriophages.
• D) All of the statements describe a function of DNA methylation.
• E) None of the statements describes a function of DNA methylation.

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