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A 4-year-old boy is found to have extremely pliable skin. His parents note that he bruises easily. His joints can be hyperextended. Biochemical studies demonstrate a deficiency of lysyl hydroxylase. Ultrastructural examination of a skin biopsy of this patient would most likely reveal abnormalities associated with which of the following cell/ tissue components?

AActin-myosin filaments
BCollagen fibers
CGlycocalyx
DIntermediate filaments
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