Which of the following conditions would allow a G protein mediated signaling pathway to be activated, but would prevent it from becoming inactivated?
A) inability to bind GTP
B) blockage of GTPase activity
C) inability for the alpha and beta/gamma subunits to dissociate
D) inability of the G protein to associate with the receptor

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Blockage of GTPase activity would allow G protein activation to proceed, but without GTP hydrolysis the G protein cannot be inactivated, leading to prolonged signaling.

Which of the Following Conditions Would Allow a G Protein