Summarize the function of checkpoints in the cell cycle.(1 point)
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Checkpoints ready the cells for genetic material replication.
Checkpoints ready the cells for genetic material replication.

Checkpoints allow complete cells to bypass stages of the cycle.
Checkpoints allow complete cells to bypass stages of the cycle.

Checkpoints prepare the cells for organelle replication.
Checkpoints prepare the cells for organelle replication.

Checkpoints stop the cell cycle when errors are detected.

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Correct answer: Checkpoints stop the cell cycle when errors are detected.

Brief explanation: Cell-cycle checkpoints monitor DNA integrity, chromosome attachment, and cell size/resources and halt progression so damage can be repaired or apoptosis triggered if problems persist.