Multiple sigma factors are essential to induce the biosynthesis of endospores, all of which are encoded by genes,

so a complex regulatory mechanism such as this likely has a higher chance of mutations leading to incorrect functioning compared to a simple repression mechanism.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Answer: TRUE

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