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Which of these is true of Heterotrimeric G proteins

I. consist of three subunits, G  , G  , and G  .

II. are bound to GTP in the inactive state and activated G proteins are bound to GDP.

III. can function as a mediator to activate adenylate cyclase.

IV. are anchored to the cytoplasmic side of the membrane.

V. are activated by G protein-coupled receptors.

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