If the Double-Reciprocal Plot of an Enzyme Is Linear, the Intercept

question 8

Multiple Choice

If the double-reciprocal plot of an enzyme is linear, the intercept on the abscissa (vertical axis) is

• A) V_max
• B) K_M
• C) - 1 / K _M
• D) 1 / V _max
• E) K_M / V_max

---

Definitions:

Unconscious Determinants

The underlying, often subconscious factors that influence thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Functionalism

A school of thought in psychology that focuses on how mental and behavioral processes function to enable an organism to adapt, survive, and flourish.

William James

An American philosopher and psychologist, often referred to as the father of American psychology, known for his works on pragmatism and the psychology of religious experience.

Behaviourism

A theoretical approach in psychology that focuses on observable behaviors and external stimuli, neglecting internal mental states.