APFIVE Bacterial Operon Operator Mutation
A research team introduces a mutation into the operator region of a bacterial operon and observes continuous expression of the operon’s genes. What is the most likely nature of the mutation?
A
The mutation accelerates the degradation of the repressor
B
The mutation prevents the repressor from binding
C
The mutation enhances the binding of RNA polymerase
D
The mutation increases the stability of the mRNA
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