When considering the initiation of transcription, one often finds consensus sequences located in the region of the DNA where RNA polymerase(s) binds. Which of the following is a common consensus sequence?
A) any trinucleotide repeat
B) TTTTAAAA
C) satellite DNAs
D) GGTTC
E) TATA

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The TATA box is a common consensus sequence found in the promoter region of many genes, where it plays a crucial role in the initiation of transcription by helping to position RNA polymerase.

When Considering the Initiation of Transcription, One Often Finds Consensus