DNA Is Composed of Two Strands, Only One of Which

question 25

Multiple Choice

DNA is composed of two strands, only one of which is typically used as a template for RNA synthesis.By what mechanism is the correct strand chosen?

• A) The promoter acts to direct the RNA polymerase.
• B) Only one strand has a start codon.
• C) Both strands are tried, and the one that works is remembered.
• D) An initiation factor informs the system about which strand to use.
• E) The strand chosen randomly.

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