After which checkpoint is the cell first committed to continue the cell cycle through M?
A) G₀
B) G₁
C) G₂
D) S
E) previous M

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The checkpoint for cell commitment to continue into the M phase occurs after the G₁ phase. In G₁, the cell undergoes growth and prepares for DNA replication. Once the cell passes the G₁ checkpoint, it is committed to continuing through the cell cycle and undergoing mitosis.

After Which Checkpoint Is the Cell First Committed to Continue