In a Eukaryote, Which of the Following Describes the Most

question 28

Multiple Choice

In a eukaryote, which of the following describes the most likely outcome when gene duplication occurs in one member of a gene pair?

• A) creation of a pseudogene or a gene with a new function
• B) creation of an operon that uses common regulatory elements
• C) addition of an intron in the original gene
• D) nondisjunction of that chromosome during the next round of cell division.

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Definitions:

Variable Costing

A method of costing that includes only variable production costs — costs that change with the level of output — in the calculation of unit costs.

Production Planning

The process of forecasting, planning, and controlling the quantity, timing, and quality of production activities.

Absorption Costing

A method of accounting that incorporates all costs associated with manufacturing (such as direct materials, direct labor, and all overhead expenses, whether fixed or variable) into the product's cost.

EBITDA

Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization, a measure used to evaluate a company's profitability without the effects of financing and accounting decisions.