Question 15

(Multiple Choice)

In order for transcription to begin, the DNA-duplex must be "opened" to allow RNA polymerase access to single stranded template. All facilitate "opening" of DNA-duplex EXCEPT:


A) low melting temperature, Tm, in the Pribnow box.
B) A:T rich DNA duplex.
C) negative supercoiling.
D) binding of RNA polymerase σ-subunit.
E) all are true.

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