Kozak's Rules for Translation Are Similar to Those for Transcription

question 27

Multiple Choice

Kozak's rules for translation are similar to those for transcription in prokaryotes in that they both contain consensus sequences.In prokaryotes,the promoter consensus sequences are at −35 and −10.Where is the consensus sequence for translational initiation according to Kozak's rules?

• A) −6 to +4
• B) −12 to −2
• C) +1 to +10
• D) −35 to −10

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