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MP Board · Class 12 · Biology · Molecular Basis of InheritanceIn lac operon, the repressor protein binds to which of the following?

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The repressor protein binds to the operator region of the lac operon to block the transcription of structural genes in the absence of an inducer.

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Option : Promoter gene

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Molecular Basis of Inheritance.

Option 1: Operator gene (Correct Answer)

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Option 2: Structural gene z

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Molecular Basis of Inheritance.

Option 3: Regulator gene i

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Molecular Basis of Inheritance.

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