A lab technician is transitioning from using radioactive to fluorescent dideoxynucleotide triphosphates in DNA sequencing. What advantages will this transition provide?

• A. Increased speed of DNA synthesis and reduced cost.
• B. Enhanced ability to sequence RNA molecules.
• C. Higher accuracy in base pairing and increased strand length.
• D. Reduced use of hazardous chemicals and easier detection of emitted light.

Answer: (D)