Which of the following statements is an element of the DNA repair hypothesis?

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Choice E states that homologous chromosomes serve equally well as templates for repair in both asexual and sexual organisms, which is supported by the DNA repair hypothesis. It also states that functional alleles on one chromosome can mask the deleterious allele on its homologue, which is also consistent with this hypothesis. Choices A and B are not elements of the DNA repair hypothesis. Double-stranded mutations can be repaired in haploid organisms, but this is not unique to the DNA repair hypothesis. Homologous recombination and other mechanisms can repair these mutations. Choice B is also not specific to the DNA repair hypothesis, as homologous chromosomes can serve as templates for repair in a variety of contexts, not just for DNA repair.

Which of the Following Statements Is an Element of the DNA