A transcription factor located in the cytoplasm of a eukaryotic cell
A) is able to regulate gene expression.
B) acts as an enzyme.
C) is inactive until it is transported to the nucleus.
D) catalyzes biochemical responses.
E) promotes signal binding.

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Transcription factors need to be in the nucleus to bind to DNA and regulate gene expression. Therefore, a transcription factor located in the cytoplasm is inactive until it is transported into the nucleus.

A Transcription Factor Located in the Cytoplasm of a Eukaryotic