Question

what is the result of the mitosis checkpoint being passed before the cell is ready?
○ mutated chromosomes that are detected and digested by gatekeeper enzymes
○ mutated chromosomes that induce daughter cells to undergo apoptosis
○ improperly aligned chromosomes that are not equally distributed to daughter cells
○ chromosomes that contain structural errors that will be passed to daughter cells
○ chromosomes that are replicated without regard to cell readiness

Explanation:

The mitosis checkpoint ensures proper chromosome alignment. If passed prematurely, chromosomes may not align correctly. This leads to unequal distribution to daughter cells. Other options involve mutations (not directly due to mis - alignment at mitosis checkpoint) or replication (chromosome replication occurs in S - phase, not directly at mitosis checkpoint).

Answer:

C. improperly aligned chromosomes that are not equally distributed to daughter cells