Normal genes have a promoter followed by a start codon. In a mutant gene, the "A" in the start codon has been deleted. Which of the following is not a possible outcome?
A) The normal protein will be produced.
B) A shorter protein will be produced.
C) A longer protein will be produced.
D) No protein will be produced.
Answer: A
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