Question

multiple choice question
at the beginning of glycolysis, how many atp molecules are used to phosphorylate the glucose molecule?
o 1
o 2
o 4
o 6
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Explanation:

In the initial steps of glycolysis, 2 ATP molecules are consumed to phosphorylate glucose. One ATP is used to form glucose - 6 - phosphate and another is used later to form fructose - 1,6 - bisphosphate.

Answer:

B. 2