What effect would you expect if gene expression of the lac operon were completely repressed?

  • A

    The cell would be more efficient without 'wasting' the energy required for the low level of Lac Z, LacY, and Lac A gene expression.

  • B

    Allolactose would accumulate within the cell and become toxic.

  • C

    Lactose would not be converted into the inducer and the operon could not be induced.

  • D

    All of the above

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