Which of the Following Best Describes the Function of Debranching

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the function of debranching enzyme?

• A) It simply cleaves α (1 → 6) bonds in glycogen via phosphorolysis.
• B) It transfers a set of three glucose residues from a limit branch and then cleaves the α (1 → 6) bond via phosphorylsis.
• C) It simply cleaves α (1 → 6) bonds in glycogen via hydrolysis.
• D) It transfers a set of three glucose residues from a limit branch and then cleaves the α (1 → 6) bond via hydrolysis.
• E) none of these describes the enzyme's function

---

Definitions:

Joseph McCarthy

A U.S. Senator known for his campaign against alleged communists in the government and military during the early 1950s, a period known as the McCarthy era.

American Communist Party

A political party in the United States that advocates for a Marxist-Leninist form of government and socialism, established in 1919.

United Nations Charter

A foundational treaty established in 1945 that outlines the principles, structure, and functioning of the United Nations to promote international cooperation and maintain peace.

Race

A social construct that categorizes people based on physical characteristics such as skin color, as well as cultural, historical, and geographical factors.