The Size of the Mouse (M

question 4

Multiple Choice

The size of the mouse (M.musculus) genome is 2700 megabases (Mb) and it contains about 25,000 genes arranged on 40 chromosomes.If the genes are evenly distributed on chromosomes in the mouse, what is the average number of genes per chromosome?

• A)1
• B)9.3
• C)67.5
• D)625

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Working Capital

A financial metric representing the operational liquidity available to a business, calculated as current assets minus current liabilities.

Current Ratio

A liquidity ratio measuring a company's ability to pay short-term obligations, calculated as current assets divided by current liabilities.

Acid-Test Ratio

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Accounts Receivable Turnover

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