What is the main role of cyclin-dependent kinases in the cell cycle?
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Correct answer: They phosphorylate target proteins to drive cell cycle transitions
Cyclin-dependent kinases are enzymes that add phosphate groups to target proteins. When activated by cyclins, they help move the cell from one cell cycle phase to another.
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