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

question 3

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) -9 to +1

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