An Enzymatic Reaction Has a V_max of 100 $\mu$ M/min at a Substrate Concentration of 5

question 6

Multiple Choice

An enzymatic reaction has a V_max of 100 $\mu$ M/min. At a substrate concentration of 5 $\mu$ M, the velocity is 25 $\mu$ M/min. What is the K_M for the reaction?

• A)5 \(\mu\)M
• B)10 \(\mu\)M
• C)15 \(\mu\)M
• D)20 \(\mu\)M
• E)none of the above

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