A Researcher Is Attempting to Replicate DNA in Vitro

Multiple Choice

A researcher is attempting to replicate DNA in vitro.He adds all of the components to the tube except Mg²⁺.What kind of result can he expect to observe?

A) The DNA will replicate at a normal rate
B) The DNA will replicate but at a much slower rate
C) The DNA will not replicate because DNA polymerase will not be active
D) The DNA will not replicate because DNA polymerase was not added
E) The DNA will not replicate because the Mg²⁺ is what catalyzes the DNA synthesis