HIV's Genome of RNA Includes the Code for Reverse Transcriptase

question 12

Multiple Choice

HIV's genome of RNA includes the code for reverse transcriptase (RT) , an enzyme that acts early in infection to synthesize a DNA genome off of an RNA template.
The HIV genome also codes for protease (PR) , an enzyme that acts later in infection by cutting long viral polyproteins into smaller, functional proteins. Both RT and PR represent potential targets for antiretroviral drugs. Drugs called nucleoside analogs (NA) act against RT, whereas drugs called protease inhibitors (PI) act against PR.
Which mechanism produces variation for evolution by shuffling existing alleles?

• A) rapid reproduction
• B) sexual reproduction
• C) mutation
• D) changes in chromosome numbers

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Definitions:

Conform

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to what is considered normal or acceptable in society.

Pressures

Forces that influence or urge someone to act or behave in a certain way.

Direct Commands

Instructions given clearly and unequivocally, expecting immediate compliance.

Compliance

When people yield to social pressure in their public behavior, even though their private beliefs have not changed.