Which of the following DNA sequences contains a palindromic inverted repeat such as those recognized by restriction enzymes? (Note: Only one strand is shown.)
A) CAGTCC
B) GCATCC
C) CGATTAGC
D) GAGAGAGA
E) GCATATGC

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E) GCATATGC contains a palindromic sequence, meaning the sequence on one strand reads the same in the opposite direction on the complementary strand. This is a characteristic of sequences recognized by many restriction enzymes.

Which of the Following DNA Sequences Contains a Palindromic Inverted