What Happens When a K-Acting Inhibitor Is Added to an Allosteric

question 57

Multiple Choice

What happens when a K-acting inhibitor is added to an allosteric enzyme system?

• A) The apparent K_M for the substrate increases.
• B) The apparent K_M for the substrate decreases.
• C) The apparent V_max for the substrate increases.
• D) The apparent V_max for the substrate decreases.

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