Suppose That You Identify a Mutation in a Gene Caused

question 1

Multiple Choice

Suppose that you identify a mutation in a gene caused by a single base substitution. Which of the following would be the BEST choice to use in an attempt to reverse this mutation?

• A) UV light
• B) ethidium bromide
• C) hydroxylamine
• D) acridine orange
• E) EMS

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Definitions:

Repeating Decimal

A decimal fraction in which a figure or group of figures repeats indefinitely.

Percent Equivalent

A value expressed as a percentage that represents a fraction of 100, indicating a part of a whole in percentage terms.

Terminating Decimal

A numerical value expressed in the decimal system with a limited number of digits following the decimal point.

Five-Figure Accuracy

Precision to five significant digits in a numerical value or measurement.