Which statement about G proteins that are linked to an inactivated receptor is NOT true?
A) consist of three subunits, alpha, beta and gamma
B) the alpha subunit is linked to GDP
C) they can be activated by steroid hormones such as cortisol
D) are located on the intracellular side of the membrane

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G proteins that are linked to an inactivated receptor cannot be activated by steroid hormones such as cortisol. Steroid hormones typically act by binding to intracellular receptors and regulating gene expression, rather than by activating G proteins on the plasma membrane.

Which Statement About G Proteins That Are Linked to an Inactivated