Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Transposons

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of transposons?

• A)a major force in evolution
• B)segments of DNA moved non-enzymatically in the genome
• C)stable location within genome
• D)range in size no more than hundreds of bps

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Definitions:

Economies of Scale

The cost advantages that enterprises obtain due to their scale of operation, leading to a decreased cost per unit.

Pin Factory

An example used by Adam Smith to describe the benefits of specialization and division of labor in manufacturing, increasing productivity and efficiency.

Constant Returns to Scale

A situation in production where increasing the amount of inputs results in a proportional increase in the output.

Long-run Total Costs

The aggregate expenses a firm incurs in the production of goods or services when all factors of production are variable.