In the Absence of Tryptophan, __________

question 11

Multiple Choice

In the absence of tryptophan, __________.

• A)the inactive repressor cannot bind trpO, so operon gene transcription occurs
• B)the active repressor binds trpP, so operon gene transcription is repressed
• C)the inducer cannot bind trpO, so operon gene transcription occurs
• D)the active repressor cannot bind trpO, so operon gene transcription is attenuated
• E)the repressor binds the corepressor, and operon gene transcription occurs

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Definitions:

Performing Arts

Forms of creative expression that are performed in front of an audience, such as music, dance, and theater.

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, in which the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Devil's Advocate

A person who expresses a contentious opinion in order to provoke debate or test the strength of the opposing arguments.

Janis

Likely refers to Irving Janis, a psychologist best known for his theory of "groupthink," which describes the flawed decision-making process that can occur in cohesive groups.