Which of the following statements is true regarding enzyme inhibition?

  • A
    Competitive inhibition occurs when the substrate binds completely with the enzyme to form an inhibitory protein.
  • B
    Competitive inhibition occurs when the substrate and the inhibitor compete for the active site of the enzyme.
  • C
    Non-competitive inhibition occurs when a large amount of substrate binds to the enzyme.
  • D
    Non-competitive inhibitors bind irreversibly to the enzyme.

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