Replication, Transcription, and Translation

question 88

Multiple Choice

Replication, transcription, and translation

• A) all refer to the synthesis of macromolecules.
• B) refer to RNA synthesis, DNA synthesis, and protein synthesis, respectively.
• C) require the synthesis of polysaccharides.
• D) would be expected to be exergonic reactions.
• E) all use nucleotides as building blocks.

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Definitions:

Efficiency Loss

The loss of economic efficiency that can occur when the balance between supply and demand is not achieved or when market conditions lead to a misallocation of resources.

Marginal Benefit

The additional satisfaction or utility gained by consuming or producing one more unit of a good or service.

Marginal Cost

The increase in cost that results from producing one additional unit of a good or service.

Efficiency Loss

The loss of potential economic welfare when resources are not optimally allocated, leading to outcomes where potential benefits exceed costs.