In which stage of the cell cycle is the DNA copied?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Before mitosis, when the cell grows and copies its DNA
- Step 1: Each new cell needs a full set of chromosomes. Step 2. The DNA is copied before mitosis begins. Answer: Before mitosis, when the cell grows and copies its DNA. Why not the others: Mitosis gives two cells, and copying is not left until after it.
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