Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is/are false about DNA binding proteins?

  1. In humans, replication protein A is used in processes where the double helix is separated, including DNA replication, recombination and DNA repair.
  2. DNA-binding proteins have specific affinity for only double stranded DNA.
  3. Sequence-specific DNA-binding proteins generally interact with the major groove of B-DNA.

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Only 3

  4. Only 1 and 2

  5. Only 2 and 3
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B Correct answer
Explanation

This option is correct. DNA-binding proteins have a specific affinity for either single stranded or double stranded DNA.

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