What Might Be the Most Reasonable Approach to Determine the Probable

question 16

Multiple Choice

What might be the most reasonable approach to determine the probable function of a particular sequence of DNA in humans?

• A)Genetically engineer a mouse with a copy of this sequence and examine its phenotype.
• B)Look for a reasonably identical sequence in another species,prepare a knockout of this sequence in that species,and look for the consequences.
• C)Prepare a genetically engineered bacterial culture with the sequence inserted and assess which new protein is synthesized.
• D)Mate two individuals heterozygous for the normal and mutated sequences.

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