The code is nonoverlapping,meaning that,assuming "standard translation," a given base participates in the specification of one and only one amino acid.

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Nonoverlapping code means that each nucleotide triplet (codon) specifies only one amino acid in a given reading frame. This ensures that the protein sequence is unambiguous and allows for the accurate translation of the genetic code. Therefore, the statement is true.

The Code Is Nonoverlapping,meaning That,assuming "Standard Translation," a Given Base