Refer to the Table Showing a Hypothetical Data Set Comparing

question 206

Multiple Choice

Refer to the table showing a hypothetical data set comparing the gene content of strains of Salmonella and Shigella (which are all pathogenic) and pathogenic and nonpathogenic strains of E.coli.(Note: "x" denotes presence of the gene.) What is the most likely conclusion about gene C?

• A) It may be involved in pathogenicity and was acquired from Salmonella strain 1.
• B) It may be involved in pathogenicity and was acquired from Salmonella strain 2.
• C) It may be involved in pathogenicity and was acquired from Shigella.
• D) It may be involved in pathogenicity, and its origin is unclear.
• E) It is unlikely to be involved in pathogenicity.

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Definitions:

Company Books Adjustment

Modifications or corrections made to the accounting records of a company to ensure their accuracy and completeness.

Deposit In Transit

Funds that have been received and recorded by a company but not yet credited by its bank, often seen in bank reconciliation processes.

Bank Statement Adjustment

Adjustments made to a bank statement balance to reflect transactions or corrections not yet recorded by the bank, ensuring accuracy in financial records.

Company Books Adjustment

Changes or corrections made to the accounting records of a business to reflect the true financial position.