Which of the Following Types of Mutation Would Convert a Proto-

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following types of mutation would convert a proto- oncogene into an oncogene?

• A) a mutation that creates an unstable proto- oncogene mRNA
• B) a mutation that blocks transcription of the proto- oncogene
• C) a mutation that greatly increases the amount of the proto- oncogene protein
• D) a deletion of most of the proto- oncogene coding sequence

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