Question

In DNA sequencing, the fluorescent traces of the DNA sequences are read by a computer program that assigns bases for each peak in a chromatogram.

(a) True

(b) False

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Answer 1

Correct answer is (a) True

Best explanation: This process is called base calling. Automated base calling may generate errors and human intervention is often required to correct the sequence calls.