Classify the Reaction That Occurs at Step 1 in the Reaction

question 18

Multiple Choice

Classify the reaction that occurs at step 1 in the reaction schematic of the pyruvate dehydrogenase reaction below.

• A) isomerization
• B) addition
• C) oxidation reduction
• D) decarboxylation

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Definitions:

Catastrophic Thinking

A cognitive distortion involving the anticipation of the worst possible outcomes in a situation, often seen in anxiety and depressive disorders.

Unrealistic Pessimism

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