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What must a cell do first to divide successfully? A.duplicate its genetic information B.increase its ratio of surface area to volume C.increase its number of chromosomes

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okay well b is wrong the right one is c

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The first thing a cell needs to do to divide successfully is to "B.increase its ratio of surface area to volume". This allows the cell to reach a "breaking point" at which it can divide into two separate cells. 
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