Which of the Following Statements Correctly Describes the Function of a Signal

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements correctly describes the function of a signal peptide?

• A) It directs an mRNA molecule into the cisternal space of the ER.
• B) It terminates translation of messenger RNA.
• C) It helps target a protein to the ER.
• D) It signals the initiation of transcription.

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