Which of the following will lead to a decrease in transcription of a gene? O A. Increase in histone acetyltransferases. B. Decrease in CpG methylation of promoter. O C. Increase in histone deacetylases. D. Decrease in DNA methyltransferases.

Which of the following will lead to a decrease in transcription of a gene? O A. Increase in histone acetyltransferases. B. Decrease in CpG methylation of promoter. O C. Increase in histone deacetylases. D. Decrease in DNA methyltransferases.

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Problem 11RQ: Post-translational control refers to: a. regulation of gene expression after transcription b....

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