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  • What is the first thing that occurs when a healthy cell l...
Multiple choice

What is the first thing that occurs when a healthy cell locates damage to DNA?

  1. It dies immediately

  2. It stops the cell cycle

  3. It becomes cancerous

  4. It divides quickly

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B Correct answer
Explanation

If a healthy cell detects damage, it stops the cell cycle, assesses the damage and begins repair.

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