What Is the Function of Reverse Transcriptase in Retroviruses

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Multiple Choice

What is the function of reverse transcriptase in retroviruses?

• A) It uses viral RNA as a template for DNA synthesis.
• B) It converts host cell RNA into viral DNA.
• C) It translates viral RNA into proteins.
• D) It uses viral RNA as a template for making more viral RNA strands.

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Definitions:

Bliss Point

The optimal quantity of consumption where any further increase or decrease would lead to a lower level of satisfaction for the consumer.

Indifference Curves

Graphical representations in microeconomics to illustrate different combinations of goods between which a consumer is indifferent.

Utility Function

A mathematical representation that ranks preferences or satisfaction levels consumers derive from different bundles of goods.

Perfect Substitutes

Products or goods that can replace each other perfectly with no loss of utility to the consumer.