Question

How many ATP molecules can be produced by one molecule of Acetyl coenzyme A, one molecule of PEP and one molecule of Pyruvic acid when they enter into respiratory cycle?

• A. 15, 16, 12
• B. 12, 16, 15
• C. 12, 15, 16
• D. 16, 15, 12

Hint:

Using the classical ATP count: \[ \boxed{ \begin{aligned} &\text{Acetyl-CoA} &&=12\ \text{ATP} &\text{PEP} &&=15\ \text{ATP} &\text{Pyruvate} &&=16\ \text{ATP} \end{aligned} } \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C