Which of the following statements are true about the small ribosomal subunit?
A) It catalyzes peptide bond synthesis.
B) It is responsible for proofreading of the amino acid incorporated in response to a given codon.
C) It forms a complex with initiator tRNA and mRNA
D) It contains both A and P sites for tRNA attachment.
E) none is true

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The small ribosomal subunit forms a complex with initiator tRNA and mRNA, which is then recognized by the large ribosomal subunit to initiate translation. The other statements are not true about the small ribosomal subunit.

Which of the Following Statements Are True About the Small