Which of the following is involved in proofreading during DNA replication?

A) 5' to 3' exonuclease activity of DNA polymerase
B) 3' to 5' exonuclease activity of DNA polymerase
C) 5' to 3' endonuclease activity of DNA polymerase
D) 3' to 5' endonuclease activity of DNA polymerase
E) RNA polymerase


Answer: B

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