In order for an organism to be classified as eukaryotic, it must contain
A) ribosomes.
B) DNA.
C) membrane-bound organelles.
D) a cell membrane.
E) a nucleoid.

Question

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Eukaryotic cells have membrane-bound organelles, such as the nucleus, mitochondria, endoplasmic reticulum, and Golgi apparatus, which are not present in prokaryotic cells.

Answer: B 
 All living organisms contain DNA, both prokaryotic and eukaryotic. However, the presence of DNA alone cannot determine if an organism is eukaryotic or not.

Therefore, the best choice is C.

In Order for an Organism to Be Classified as Eukaryotic