The Proofreading Function of DNA Polymerase Does NOT Involve:
A) $\rightarrow$

question 60

Multiple Choice

The proofreading function of DNA polymerase does NOT involve:

• A) a 3' \(\rightarrow\) 5' exonuclease.
• B) base pairing.
• C) detection of mismatched base pairs.
• D) phosphodiester bond hydrolysis.
• E) reversal of the polymerization reaction.

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