An inducer
A) inhibits the synthesis of needed enzyme(s).
B) stimulates the synthesis of needed enzyme(s).
C) binds to the promoter and prevents the repressor from binding to the operator.
D) binds to the operator and prevents the repressor from binding at this site.
E) binds to the termination codons and allows protein synthesis to continue.

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An inducer is a molecule that stimulates the synthesis of needed enzymes. This is often achieved by inducing the expression of genes that encode the necessary enzymes. Inducers can bind to regulatory proteins and alter their activity, leading to changes in gene expression.

An Inducer