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Following statements describe the characteristics of the enzyme Restriction Endonuclease. Identify the incorrect statement.

A

The enzyme recognizes a specific palindromic nucleotide sequence in the DNA

B

The enzyme cuts DNA molecule at identical position within the DNA.

C

The enzyme binds DNA at specific sites and cuts only one of the two strands.

D

The enzyme cuts the sugar-phosphate backbone at specific sites on each strand

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