What Name Is Given to the Short (20 to 22-Nucleotide)single-Stranded

question 34

Multiple Choice

What name is given to the short (20 to 22-nucleotide) single-stranded RNAs that are cleaved from hairpin-shaped precursors and block the expression of complementary mRNAs by either causing their degradation or repressing their translation?

• A) tRNA
• B) mRNA
• C) rRNA
• D) sRNA
• E) pRNA

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Definitions:

Straight-Line Depreciation

A strategy for spreading out the expenditure of a physical asset over the duration of its useful life in uniform annual payments.

Residual Value

The estimated value that an asset will realize upon its sale at the end of its useful life, important in calculating depreciation.

Sales Tax

A sales tax is a government-imposed levy on the sale of goods and services, which is usually a percentage of the retail price.

Freight Charges

Costs associated with the transportation of goods from one location to another, typically paid by the shipper or receiver.