A Mutation in an Enhancer for a Specific Gene Causes

question 49

Multiple Choice

A mutation in an enhancer for a specific gene causes it to be much less able to be bound by proteins.Which scenario is most likely to occur?

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

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