Molecular Basis Of Inheritance Question 182

Question: A short sequence of bases on one strand of DNA is AGTCTACCGATAGT. If this sequence serves as a template for the formation of a new strand of DNA, what will be the corresponding base sequence in the new strand?

Options:

A) AGTCTACCGATAGT

B) TCAGATGGCTATCA

C) TGATAGCCATCTGA

D) GACATCGATTCGAT

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

[b] The complementary base will pair with each base on the template to form the specific sequence shown.