In Negative Control, a Gene Is Switched Off When ________

question 12

Multiple Choice

In negative control, a gene is switched off when ________.

• A) a kinase adds a phosphate to DNA
• B) lactose is transported into the cell
• C) a regulatory protein binds to DNA and shuts down transcription
• D) a regulatory protein is removed from DNA and shuts down transcription

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