Which Structural Gene of the Lac Operon Can Be Mutated

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which structural gene of the lac operon can be mutated without affecting the cell's ability to break down lactose?

• A)lacZ
• B)lacY
• C)lacA
• D)lacP
• E)lacO

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