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The double-strand breaks are mainly repaired by

  1. homologous recombination

  2. non-homologous end joining

  3. chromosomal translocation

  4. genetic counseling
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Explanation

Homologous recombination is a type of genetic recombination in which nucleotide sequences are exchanged between two similar or identical molecules of DNA. It is most widely used by cells to accurately repair harmful breaks that occur on both strands of DNA, known as double-strand breaks.

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