Compute Probabilities Using the General Multiplication Rule
-True or False $\mathrm { A }$

question 266

Multiple Choice

Compute Probabilities Using the General Multiplication Rule
-True or False: If $\mathrm { A }$ and $\mathrm { B }$ are independent events, then $\mathrm { A }$ and $\mathrm { B }$ are mutually exclusive also.

• A) False
• B) True

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Definitions:

Operon

A functioning unit of genomic DNA containing a cluster of genes under the control of a single promoter, found in prokaryotes.

Promotor

A region of DNA that initiates transcription of a particular gene, providing a binding site for RNA polymerase and other transcription factors.

mRNA Synthesis

The process of synthesizing messenger RNA (mRNA) from a DNA template during gene expression, allowing for protein production.

Structural Gene

A gene that codes for any RNA or protein product other than a regulatory factor.