Which Events, Structures, or Processes Are Likely to Trigger Transcription

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which events, structures, or processes are likely to trigger transcription of the beta-globin gene?

• A)Anemia and TATA boxes upstream from the beta-globin gene
• B)Anemia and polyadenylation downstream from the beta-globin gene
• C)Polycythemia and TATA boxes upstream from the beta-globin gene
• D)Polycythemia and polyadenylation downstream from the beta-globin gene

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