In the tryptophan operon, the repressor actively binds to the operator when:a

tryptophan binds to an allosteric site on the repressor.
b. tryptophan levels are low.
c. lactose levels are low.
d. there is a great need for proteins.
e. allotryptophan levels are low.


A

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