The reason that lack of vitamin B12 causes megaloblastic changes is that vitamin B12:

a. Is needed for the formation of nucleotide bases
b. Is needed for the conversion of methionine to SAM
c. Initiates mitosis
d. Is needed for synthesis of intrinsic factor


Correct Answer: A

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