Question

The high rate of diversification of HIV strains inside a host is a result of (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY):

Answer 1

Question:

The high rate of diversification of HIV strains inside a host is a result of (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY):

1. High mutation rates in the HIV itself.

2. Strong and varying selection forces caused by hypermutation of antibody genes in the lymphocytes.

3. Errors in transcribing the viral RNA from the host DNA.

Answer:

All the above options are correct.

Explanation:

According to research, Retroviral cultures evolve rapidly to fit the dynamic nature of their environs.

It is also established that errors in replication can provide the basis for diversity.

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