Multiple choice Which of the following is the correct sequence of the cell cycle? S, M, G1, G2 G1, G2, S, M M, G1, G2, S G1, S, G2, M - Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation This is the correct sequence of the cell cycle. The G1 stage stands for GAP 1. The S stage stands for synthesis. This is the stage when DNA replication occurs. The G2 stage stands for GAP 2. The M stage stands for mitosis.