Which of the following best describes the location of the delta (δ)-chain locus in human T-cell receptors?

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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following best describes the location of the delta (δ)-chain locus in human T-cell receptors?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The delta (δ)-chain locus is located within the alpha (α)-locus on chromosome 14.

Question 2 of 5

CD4 molecules bind with MHC molecules and are found on (expressed by) cells. CD8 molecules bind with MHC molecules and are found on (expressed by) cells.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: CD4 binds MHC class II on helper T cells; CD8 binds MHC class I on cytotoxic T cells.

Question 3 of 5

Class II MHC molecules accommodate peptides and thus be referred to analogously as a 'hotdog in a bun', in contrast to class I MHC molecules.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Class II MHC binds larger peptides (9-30 residues), resembling a 'hotdog in a bun,' unlike class I.

Question 4 of 5

Rhematoid arthritis

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Rheumatoid arthritis is associated with HLA-DR4.

Question 5 of 5

In the processing pathway for extracellular antigens, synthesis of MHC class II and invariant chain (li) occurs in the

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: MHC Class II and invariant chain synthesis occurs in the endoplasmic reticulum, where they are assembled before trafficking to vesicles.

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