A Cell Has a Defect in Polyadenylation of MRNA

question 5

Multiple Choice

A cell has a defect in polyadenylation of mRNA. The RNA transcripts encoding which type of protein would NOT be affected by this defect because they are not polyadenylated?

• A) SR proteins
• B) histone proteins
• C) DNA binding proteins
• D) transcription factors
• E) transmembrane proteins

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Definitions:

Fundamental Attribution Error

Overestimates internal factors and underestimates external factors as influences on someone’s behavior.

Situational Factors

External conditions or events that influence an individual's behavior or outcomes, often beyond their control.

Personal Factors

Characteristics inherent to an individual that influence behavior and performance, such as personality traits, values, and abilities.

Operant Conditioning

Is the control of behavior by manipulating its consequences.