Assume that during DNA replication in a bacterium a mistake is made and a G is inserted into the newly synthesized DNA strand opposite a T in the template DNA strand. If this mistake is not repaired before the next round of DNA replication, what mutation will eventually result?

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The mistake will result in a G-C base pair instead of an A-T base pair. During the next round of DNA replication, the G in the newly synthesized strand will be paired with a C in the template strand, resulting in an A-to-G base substitution.

Assume That During DNA Replication in a Bacterium a Mistake