Question:

Which of the following statements are correct about RNA polymerases: A. RNA polymerase I transcribes all ribosomal rRNAs genes.
B. RNA polymerase I and III together transcribe all ribosomal rRNAs genes.
C. RNA polymerase III transcribes genes for tRNAs.
D. RNA polymerase III also transcribes microRNAs (miRNAs) and long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs).

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RNA Pol I, II, III = rRNA, mRNA, tRNA. Note that 5S rRNA is the odd one out in Pol III.
Updated On: May 28, 2026
  • A, C and D Only
  • B and C Only
  • B, C and D Only
  • A and C Only
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1--3: Analysis
Statement A is false: Pol I transcribes 5.8S, 18S, and 28S rRNAs, but Pol III transcribes 5S rRNA. So statement B is true (together they handle all rRNAs). Statement C is true. Statement D is false: Pol II is primarily responsible for miRNAs and lncRNAs.

Step 4: Conclusion

B and C are correct.

Final Answer: (B)
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