Which of the following describes the second step in a DNA polymerase reaction?

A. The 3'-OH attacks the ? phosphorus of the incoming dNTP.
B. Pol I translocates, positioning the newly added nucleotide in the postinsertion site.
C. Incoming dNTP enters the insertion site.
D. PPi is hydrolyzed by pyrophosphatase to prevent the back reaction.
E. After translocation, the insertion site is now available for entry of the next dNTP.


A

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