A Mutation in an Enhancer for a Specific Gene Causes

Multiple Choice

A mutation in an enhancer for a specific gene causes it to be much less able to be bound by proteins.Which scenario is most likely to occur?

A) There will be a large increase in transcription rates for most genes.
B) There will be a large decrease in transcription rates for most genes.
C) This particular gene will be transcribed all the time, even when not needed.
D) The rate of transcription of this particular gene will be reduced, even when it is needed most.
E) Transcription will be terminated prematurely.