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If a sample of DNA contains 40% guanine (G), what percentage of the DNA molecule contains cytosine (C)?

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Answer: 40%

Explanation: There is always an equal amount of chemical for their counterparts. For example, if A (the chemical) made up 20% of a DNA molecule, T would also make up 20%.
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