Multiple Choice
The ratio of the rate of nonsynonymous to synonymous mutations (dN/dS) is equal to one if a gene is evolving ______. A dN/dS ratio greater than one indicates that the gene is evolving _____.
A) neutrally; purifying selection
B) under positive selection; neutrally
C) neutrally; under positive selection
D) under purifying selection; neutrally
E) under purifying selection; under positive selection
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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