During transcription holoenzyme RNA polymerase binds to a DNA sequence and the DNA assumes a saddle like structure at that point. What is that sequence called ?

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[Solution from source] The promoter's TATA box (Pribnow box in prokaryotes) is the AT-rich site where RNA polymerase binds. The DNA bends and opens easily there to start transcription. The CAAT box lies further upstream and mainly regulates how often transcription starts. Answer (4).

Q. During transcription holoenzyme RNA polymerase binds to a DNA sequence and the DNA assumes a saddle like structure at that point. What is that sequence called ?

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