Transformation Is Defined as

question 14

Multiple Choice

Transformation is defined as

• A)the change of the bacterial genotypes through the exchange of DNA from one cell to another.
• B)an internal change in the original nucleotide sequence of a gene or genes within an organism's genome.
• C)the process by which genetic elements such as plasmids and transposons excise from one genomic location and insert into another.
• D)the uptake of free DNA from the environment and recombination with the recipient's homologous DNA.

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Definitions:

Avoidable Costs

Expenses that can be eliminated if a particular decision is made or if an activity is ceased.

Sunk Costs

Costs that have already been incurred and cannot be recovered, and should not affect future business decisions.

Irrelevant Costs

Costs that will not be affected by a decision and should not be considered when making that decision.

Periodic Basis

A method of accounting where financial and inventory records are updated at regular, fixed intervals.