A mutation results in a cell that no longer produces a normal protein kinase for the M-phase checkpoint. Which of the following would likely be the immediate result of this mutation? A) The cell would prematurely enter anaphase. B) The cell would never leave metaphase. C) The cell would never enter metaphase. D) The cell would never enter prophase. E) The cell would undergo normal mitosis, but fail to enter the next G₁.

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An M-phase checkpoint also occurs during mitosis when division pauses until the chromosomes are properly attached to the spindle, ensuring that chromosomes will be distributed to the daughter cells accurately.

A Mutation Results in a Cell That No Longer Produces