Which of the following functions are characteristic of general transcription factors in eukaryotes?
A) They bind to other proteins or to the TATA box.
B) They inhibit RNA polymerase binding to the promoter and begin transcribing.
C) They usually lead to a high level of transcription even without additional specific transcription factors.
D) They bind to sequences just after the start site of transcription.

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General transcription factors typically bind to other proteins or to the TATA box in order to initiate transcription.

Answer: D
 General transcription factors typically bind to sequences just after the start site of transcription to help stabilize RNA polymerase binding and enhance transcription.

Therefore, the correct answer is A and D.

Which of the Following Functions Are Characteristic of General Transcription