There Are Differences in the Amount of Transcription That Takes

question 49

Multiple Choice

There are differences in the amount of transcription that takes place for different genes. One reason for these differences is that

• A) some promoters are more effective at transcription initiation.
• B) longer genes take longer to transcribe.
• C) the outcome is influenced by random chance.
• D) ribosomes tend to attach to transcripts even before transcription is completed.
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Correlational Study

A research method that explores the relationship between two variables without attempting to establish a cause-and-effect link.

Causation

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Reliability And Validity

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Classical Conditioning

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