Explore topic-wise MCQs in Bioinformatics.

This section includes 7 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Bioinformatics knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

The dot matrix method and the dynamic programming method can be used in detecting self-complementary regions of a sequence.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
2.

Ab initio methods are energetically least favorable.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
3.

The scoring scheme based on the combined stabilizing and destabilizing interactions forms the foundation of the ab initio RNA secondary structure prediction method.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
4.

If the base pair is adjacent to loops or bulges, the neighboring loops and bulges tend to ___________ the base-pair formation.

A. have no change on
B. decrease the energy
C. stabilize
D. destabilize
Answer» E.
5.

The attractive interactions lead to _________ energy.

A. increased
B. higher
C. lower
D. no change in
Answer» D. no change in
6.

In ab initio approach, generally, when a base pairing is formed, the energy of the molecule is _________ because of attractive interactions between the two strands.

A. lowered
B. increased
C. multiplied
D. kept stable
Answer» B. increased
7.

At present, there are essentially two types of method of RNA structure prediction. One is the minimum free energy approach and the Second one is a comparative approach.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False