If a cell possesses twice as much DNA as in the functional cell, the cell __________.

Is preparing to divide

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Has completed division

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Has ceased to function

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Has reached end of its life span

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Solution

The correct option is A Is preparing to divide
A. Is preparing to divide
EXPLANATION: When a cell divides, its DNA content gets doubled. So if a cell possesses twice as much DNA as in the functional cell, the cell is preparing for division.

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