Molecular Basis Of Inheritance Question 134

Question: In negative operon:

Options:

A) Co-repressor binds with repressor

B) Co-repressor does not bind with repressor

C) Co-repressor binds with inducer

D) cAMP have negative effect on lac operon

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

[a] In negative (repressible) operon, the repressor co-repressor complex binds with the operator.

The free repressor cannot bind to the operator.