Which of the following is not true about the G + C content percentages in DNA of organisms?

A. Similar G + C percentages only suggests relatedness if the two organisms are also alike phenotypically.
B. Organisms with different G + C percentages have dissimilar base sequences.
C. Organisms with similar G + C percentages have similar base sequences.
D. All of the choices are correct.


Answer: C

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