Which Property Would Distinguish an Expression Vector from Other Vectors

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which property would distinguish an expression vector from other vectors?

• A) Inclusion of reverse transcriptase
• B) A recognition sequence for a restriction enzyme
• C) The ability to replicate independently within the host
• D) A reporter gene
• E) Transcription binding sites

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