The -10 consensus sequence in the nontemplate strand is often recognized by which of the following base pair sequences?
A) TATAAT
B) TTGACA
C) ATTGAC
D) CAGTTA
E) TAAAAA

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The -10 consensus sequence in the nontemplate strand is recognized by the base pair sequence TATAAT, which is the best choice among the given options. The -10 sequence is also known as the Pribnow box and is essential for the initiation of transcription in bacteria. The other base pair sequences listed do not match the consensus sequence for the -10 region.

The -10 Consensus Sequence in the Nontemplate Strand Is Often