In Sanger sequencing, the role of the DNA polymerase is to
A)synthesize new DNA that is complementary to the template strand.
B)proofread base pairs and correct errors.
C)synthesize a primer in the 5'→3' direction.
D)attach DNA fragments together with covalent bonds.

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DNA polymerase synthesizes new DNA strands complementary to the template strand, which is a key step in Sanger sequencing for generating the DNA fragments of varying lengths necessary for sequence determination.

In Sanger Sequencing, the Role of the DNA Polymerase Is