How are errors minimized in the replication of DNA?
A) They aren't minimized, which is why there are so many mutations.
B) Replication is completely accurate the first time around.
C) Replication is mostly accurate, but there is proofreading to identify and repair errors.
D) Replication is accurate most of the time, but the DNA is fixed once the new cell is completely formed.
E) Replication is not very accurate at all, and it doesn't seem to matter much.

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Replication is highly accurate due to the inherent fidelity of DNA polymerases and their proofreading activity, which identifies and corrects errors during the replication process.

How Are Errors Minimized in the Replication of DNA