When Considering the Initiation of Transcription,one Often Finds Consensus Sequences

question 3

Multiple Choice

When considering the initiation of transcription,one often finds consensus sequences located in the region of the DNA where RNA polymerase(s) binds.Which of the following is a common consensus sequence?

• A) TATA
• B) GGTTC
• C) TTTTAAAA
• D) any trinucleotide repeat
• E) satellite DNAs

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