Which of the Following Statements About Regulation of Gene Expression

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about regulation of gene expression is CORRECT?

• A) An inducible gene is transcribed when a specific substance is absent.
• B) A gene is any DNA sequence that is transcribed into an mRNA molecule only.
• C) All genes are transcribed at all times as long as they have a functional promoter.
• D) The regulation of gene expression is the same in both eukaryotes and prokaryotes.
• E) The regulation of gene expression is critical for the control of life processes in all organisms.

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