Which procedure is most associated with unsuccessful transformation and degradation of DNA?

A. Induced transformation with plasmid DNA in noncompetent bacteria.
B. Naturally-occurring transformation with DNA fragments in competent bacteria.
C. Integration of DNA fragments in competent bacteria following naturally-occurring transformation. 
D. Addition of DNA fragments from competent bacteria to live, noncompetent bacteria without artificial induction.


Answer: B

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