A Mutation Is

question 22

Multiple Choice

A mutation is

• A)an error in base sequence that is repeated in each replication or transcription of DNA.
• B)something that causes an error in the nucleotide sequence in DNA.
• C)something that causes abnormal growth in embryos.
• D)something that causes abnormal and excessive cell division.
• E)excessive cell division leading to growth of tumors.

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Definitions:

Present Value Factor

A multiplier used to determine the present value of a future amount of money or stream of cash flows given a specific discount rate.

Desired Rate of Return

The minimum percentage return an investor expects to achieve on an investment, influencing the choice of investment.

Straight-Line Depreciation

An approach to distribute the cost of a tangible asset evenly over each year of its expected life.

Fixed Asset

Long-term tangible property or equipment that a firm owns and uses in its operations to generate income, not expected to be consumed or converted into cash within a year.