How does Streptococcus mutans initiate dental caries formation?

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Dextranase enzyme and soluble dextran productionFormation of insoluble dextran and activity of glucosyl transferaseGeneration of soluble dextran along with glucosyl transferaseNone of these choices

Explanation

Streptococcus mutans begins the caries process by producing insoluble dextran through the enzyme glucosyl transferase, which helps in bacterial adherence and plaque formation leading to tooth decay.