What is the purpose of introducing ligated DNA into recipient cells?

What is the purpose of introducing ligated DNA into recipient cells?
  1. To select transformed cells
  2. To produce a desirable protein
  3. To multiply alien DNA
  4. To make recipient cells competent to receive DNA

Solution

The purpose of introducing ligated DNA into recipient cells is to make recipient cells competent to receive DNA.

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