Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Reaction Shown $\to$

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the reaction shown below?
Pyruvate + HCO₃⁻ + ATP $\to$ oxaloacetate + ADP + P_i
(I) It requires the direct transport of oxaloacetate across the membrane.
(II) It utilizes the malate-aspartate shuttle in some species.
(III) It is essential for gluconeogenesis.
(IV) Its reactants require the function of enzymes which are only found in the cytosol.

• A)I only
• B)II,III
• C)II,III,IV
• D)III only
• E)II,IV

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