Multiple Choice
What is the difference between the leading strand and the lagging strand in DNA replication?
A) The leading strand is synthesized in the 3'-5' direction in a discontinuous fashion, while the lagging strand is synthesized in the 5'-3' direction in a continuous fashion.
B) The leading strand is synthesized continuously in the 5'-3' direction, while the lagging strand is synthesized discontinuously in the 5'-3' direction.
C) The leading strand requires an RNA primer, whereas the lagging strand does not.
D) There are different DNA polymerases involved in elongation of the leading strand and the lagging strand.
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