The Function of PKA in G Smechanisms Is to
A) $\alpha$

question 3

Multiple Choice

The function of PKA in G smechanisms is to

• A) Alter the activity of target proteins by phosphorylating them at serine or threonine residues
• B) Synthesize cAMP from ATP
• C) Degrade cAMP
• D) Activate proteins by directly binding to them
• E) Catalyze the re-association of the \(\alpha\) and \(\beta\)Ƴ subunits

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