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14. DNA Replication / DNA Repair / Problem 3

What is the primary role of the proofreading ability of DNA polymerase?

A

To add new nucleotides to the DNA strand

B

To correct errors that occur during DNA replication

C

To unwind the DNA double helix

D

To repair double-strand breaks in DNA

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