If a Mutation in a Silencer Makes It Much Harder

question 28

Multiple Choice

If a mutation in a silencer makes it much harder for proteins to bind to it, which is most likely to occur?

• A) A specific gene near the silencer will be transcribed all the time, even when not needed.
• B) There will be a large decrease in transcription rates for most genes.
• C) There will be a large increase in transcription rates for most genes.
• D) The rate of transcription of a specific gene located near the silencer will be reduced, even when it is needed the most.
• E) Transcription will be terminated prematurely.

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