An activator is present and results in the increase in transcription of the target gene. This is an example of ________.
A) termination
B) positive control
C) negative control
D) feedback inhibition

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Positive control refers to the regulation of gene expression by regulatory proteins, such as activators, which enhance transcription. In this scenario, the presence of an activator is increasing transcription of the target gene, which is an example of positive control.

An Activator Is Present and Results in the Increase in Transcription