Which of the following statements correctly defines the most current and complete description of a gene?

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This is the most current and complete description of a gene. It includes the fact that a gene is a specific sequence of DNA that can be expressed to form a functional product, either RNA or polypeptide. This definition acknowledges the complexity of gene expression, as not all DNA sequences are expressed and not all expressed sequences result in protein products. Option A is too simplistic and does not account for non-phenotypic effects of genes. Option B is also too simplistic, as some genes can code for multiple protein products through alternative splicing. Option D is not accurate, as not all genes encode for enzymatic products.

Which of the Following Statements Correctly Defines the Most Current