Credible Promises and Hostage Mechanisms Can Support a Continuous Stream

question 4

Multiple Choice

Credible promises and hostage mechanisms can support a continuous stream of cooperative exchanges except when

• A) the promisor is better off fulfilling than ignoring his promise
• B) neither party has a prior dominant strategy
• C) the hostage can be revoked for just causes
• D) the hostage is more valuable than any given exchange
• E) the hostage is difficult to replace

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Definitions:

RNA Polymerase

An enzyme responsible for synthesizing RNA from a DNA template, playing a crucial role in the process of transcription.

Tryptophan Operon

A cluster of genes in bacteria that is involved in the production of tryptophan, regulated through feedback inhibition.

Repressor

A protein that binds to specific DNA sequences, preventing or reducing the transcription of certain genes.

Allosteric Site

A region on an enzyme that is distinct from the active site and can bind regulatory molecules to change the enzyme's activity.