Next-generation DNA sequencing is not an acceptable method for detecting differences in gene expression during development. Which statement most likely describes the reason why?
A) The amount of DNA in each cell changes during development, making such analysis difficult.
B) Proteins of varying size and charge would not be distinguishable using this approach.
C) The genome remains constant throughout development, so DNA would not be an appropriate molecule to analyze.
D) The approach would be cost prohibitive.

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Next-generation DNA sequencing analyzes the sequence of DNA, which remains constant throughout an organism's development. Differences in gene expression are related to the transcription and translation of genes into mRNA and proteins, not changes in the DNA sequence itself.

Next-Generation DNA Sequencing Is Not an Acceptable Method for Detecting