Which Mechanisms Are Used by MiRNAs to Regulate Gene Expression

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which mechanisms are used by miRNAs to regulate gene expression?

• A) Targeted degradation of mRNAs
• B) Targeted inhibition of mRNA translation
• C) Both A and B
• D) Neither A nor B

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