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In genetic engineering, a DNA segment (gene) of interest, is translated to the host cell through a vector. Consider the following four agents (A-D) in this regard and select the correct option about which one or more of these can be used as a vector/vectors
Statement
(A) A bacterium (B) Plasmid
(C) Plasmodium (D) Bacteriophage

A

(i), (ii) & (iv)

B

(i) only

C

(i) & (iii)

D

(ii) & (iv)

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(ii) & (iv)
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