Question

question 13 of 25
what is the role of enhancers during the transcription process?
a. to recognize the tata box sequence
b. to prevent transcription factors from binding to dna
c. to increase the rate of transcription
d. to allow the cell to build mediator proteins

Explanation:

Enhancers are DNA sequences that can increase the rate of transcription of genes. They work by binding to transcription factors, which then interact with the basal transcription apparatus to enhance transcription. Option A is incorrect as TATA - binding proteins recognize the TATA box. Option B is wrong because enhancers facilitate rather than prevent transcription factor binding. Option D is not the role of enhancers.

Answer:

C. To increase the rate of transcription