After translation, eukaryotic proteins can be modified by:
A) acetylation.
B) the addition of phosphate groups.
C) the removal of amino acids.
D) the addition of methyl groups.
E) acetylation, addition of phosphate and methyl groups, or the removal of amino acids.

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Eukaryotic proteins can undergo various post-translational modifications, including acetylation, phosphorylation (addition of phosphate groups), methylation (addition of methyl groups), and proteolytic cleavage (removal of amino acids).

After Translation, Eukaryotic Proteins Can Be Modified By