Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Enhancer Sequences

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of enhancer sequences in eukaryotic cells?

• A)Enhancer function is dependent on recognition by a specific transcription factor.
• B)They occur only upstream of the gene.
• C)They can only be in one orientation.
• D)Specific transcription factor binding at an enhancer inhibits transcription by reducting RNA polymerase II activity.

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