Which of the following statements about homeotic genes is INCORRECT?
A) Homeotic genes were first identified in invertebrates, but their homologs were found in almost all organisms.
B) All homeotic genes contain consensus sequences that result in a specific DNA-binding motif.
C) In vertebrates, homeotic genes are organized into two distinct clusters.
D) All homeotic genes encode transcription factors that direct further gene expression.
E) Homeotic genes exhibit a relationship between their order on the chromosome and the timing of their expression.

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In vertebrates, homeotic genes are organized into four distinct clusters, not two.

Which of the Following Statements About Homeotic Genes Is INCORRECT