Which of the following statements are true about DNA polymerase? Select all that apply

A. On the leading strand, it works toward the replication fork
B. It adds nucleotides from the 5' end of the DNA toward the 3'end.
C. On the lagging strand, it works away from the replication fork
D. Starts replication at one end and then switches sides and continues on to the other strand


Answer:
A. On the leading strand, it works toward the replication fork
B. It adds nucleotides from the 5' end of the DNA toward the 3'end.
C. On the lagging strand, it works away from the replication fork

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