What Statement Is TRUE Regarding Synthesis of Nucleic Acids by E

question 63

Multiple Choice

What statement is TRUE regarding synthesis of nucleic acids by E. coli RNA polymerase?

• A) The RNA/DNA hybrid assumes a B-form DNA conformation.
• B) The RNA/DNA hybrid is antiparallel.
• C) The RNA/DNA hybrid is between 10 and 20 base pairs long.
• D) Unwinding the DNA duplex creates negative supercoils in the template DNA.
• E) None of the statements is true.

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Weighted-Average Cost Method

An inventory valuation method that assigns a weighted average cost to each unit of inventory, used to calculate cost of goods sold and ending inventory value.

Conversion Costs

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Blending Department

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Weighted-Average Method

An inventory costing method that averages the costs of goods available for sale to determine the cost of goods sold and ending inventory.