Which of the following responses explain why the apparent high rate of mutation in RNA viruses?
A) RNA nucleotides are more unstable than DNA nucleotides.
B) RNA virus genome replication does not involve proofreading.
C) RNA viruses can incorporate a variety of nonstandard bases.
D) RNA viruses are more sensitive to mutagens.

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RNA virus genome replication lacks the proofreading mechanisms that are present in DNA replication, leading to a higher rate of mutation.

Which of the Following Responses Explain Why the Apparent High