Which of the Following Statements Is the Most Current Description

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is the most current description of a gene?

• A) A unit of heredity that causes formation of a phenotypic characteristic.
• B) A DNA subunit that codes for a single complete protein.
• C) A DNA sequence that is expressed to form a functional product: either RNA or polypeptide.
• D) A discrete unit of hereditary information that consists of a sequence of amino acids.

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Definitions:

Fixed Costs

Business expenses that remain constant regardless of production volume, such as rent or salaries.

Total Overhead Variance

The difference between the actual overhead costs incurred and the standard or budgeted overhead costs anticipated for a particular period.

Direct Labor Hours

The total hours worked by employees directly involved in the manufacturing process or providing a service.

Manufacturing Overhead

Costs incurred in the manufacture of a product which are not directly traceable to specific units produced, such as utility costs and maintenance expenses.