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  • The leading strand is the strand of DNA that is replicate...
Multiple choice

The leading strand is the strand of DNA that is replicated...

  1. Discontinuously

  2. Continuously

  3. Using Okazaki fragments

  4. Using DNA Ligase

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The leading strand is oriented in the 3' to 5' direction relative to the replication fork, allowing DNA polymerase to synthesize it continuously in the 5' to 3' direction.

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