Which of the following is true about retrotransposons?
A) Retrotransposons rely on an RNA intermediate to insert into a new part of the genome.
B) Retrotransposons do not require an RNA intermediate.
C) Retrotransposons can use a "cut-and-paste" strategy.
D) Retrotransposons can use a "copy-and-paste" strategy.
E) Retrotransposons never remain in their original location.
Answer: A
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