Which of the following mRNA codons would form a codon-anticodon base pairing interaction with the 3′-UAG-5′ tRNA anticodon?
A)3'- ATC-5'
B)5'- GAU-3'
C)5'-ATC-3'
D)3'-AUC-5'
E)5'-AUC-3'

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The codon-anticodon base pairing rule is that A pairs with U and C pairs with G. In the given anticodon, U pairs with A. This means that the codon needs to have an A at the corresponding position. Among the given options, only codon-5'-AUC-3' has an A in the corresponding position. Therefore, E is the correct answer.

Which of the Following MRNA Codons Would Form a Codon-Anticodon