Which of the Following Is True About Retrotransposons

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about retrotransposons?

• A) Retrotransposons rely on an RNA intermediate to insert into a new part of the genome.
• B) Retrotransposons do not require an RNA intermediate.
• C) Retrotransposons can use a "cut- and- paste" strategy.
• D) Retrotransposons never remain in their original location.
• E) Retrotransposons can use a "copy- and- paste" strategy.

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