Transformed bacteria express a new protein product. Transformed bacteria have multiple chromosomes. Transformed bacteria reproduce more quickly. Transformed bacteria become a new species.
I gave my students this multiple choice question: Which statement describes the most likely effect of transformation on bacteria such as E. coli?

Only one answer is correct among these 4 choices:
- Transformed bacteria express a new protein product.
- Transformed bacteria have multiple chromosomes.
- Transformed bacteria reproduce more quickly.
- Transformed bacteria become a new species.

Could you tell me which one is correct?

Transformed bacteria express a new protein product.