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Question: What are competent cells, and why are they important in genetic engineering?

A) Cells with high intelligence; they make better decisions

B) Host cells treated to increase their ability to take up foreign DNA; important for efficient introduction of recombinant DNA

C) Cells with antibiotic resistance; they can resist infections

D) Cells used for DNA sequencing; they provide accurate results

Answer: Host cells treated to increase their ability to take up foreign DNA; important for efficient introduction of recombinant DNA