Which of the following would be an appropriate temperature for the first step of PCR?

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The first step of PCR is the denaturation step which requires a high temperature to separate the double-stranded DNA into single strands. The temperature needs to be high enough to break the hydrogen bonds between the base pairs, which is typically achieved at 94°C. Therefore, choice A is the most appropriate temperature for the first step of PCR.

Which of the Following Would Be an Appropriate Temperature for the First