Why Are Transposable Elements Considered to Be Selfish Genes

question 15

Multiple Choice

Why are transposable elements considered to be selfish genes?

• A)They have multiple promoters.
• B)They require multiple RNA polymerases for transcription.
• C)They replicate using the host's resources without direct benefit to the host.
• D)They do not produce mRNA.

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