What Enzymatic Step Is NOT Involved in the Synthesis of Mevalonate

question 58

Multiple Choice

What enzymatic step is NOT involved in the synthesis of mevalonate from acetyl-CoA?

• A)formation of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-CoA
• B)b-ketothiolase-catalyzed condensation
• C)formation of acetyl-CoA
• D)HMG-COA reductase activity

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