Which of the following best describes the overall goal of transcription?

A. To create a mRNA copy of a segment of DNA to take outside the nucleus.
B. To retrieve amino acids and bring them to the ribosome for assembly into a polypeptide.
C. To edit the mRNA strand and make it ready to leave the nucleus.
D. To unpackage and unwind DNA so that enzymes can access the individual genes.


Answer: A

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