In the processing of proinsulin into mature insulin,which of the following steps occurs?

  • A
    $C$-peptide is added to proinsulin.
  • B
    $C$-peptide is removed from proinsulin.
  • C
    $B$-peptide is added to proinsulin.
  • D
    $B$-peptide is removed from proinsulin.

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