A Wild-Type Organism and a Genetic Variant Both Have a Gene

question 75

Multiple Choice

A wild-type organism and a genetic variant both have a gene encoding a receptor producing a chemotactic response to metabolite A. The genetic variant has a mutation in a regulatory gene for expression of the receptor. Which of the following statements with respect to the receptor is CORRECT?

• A) The organisms have the same receptor genotype but different phenotypes.
• B) The organisms have different genetic sequences for the receptor.
• C) The phenotypes of both organisms are the same, but the genotypes differ.
• D) The genotypes and phenotypes of both organisms are the same.
• E) The answer cannot be determined from the information provided.

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