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In the absence of a catalyzing enzyme, the free energy of a reactant of a chemical reaction is 20
kcal/mol and the free energy of the product is 14 kcal/mol. When the catalyzing enzyme is then
added, which of the following is/are likely to be observed?
a. More reactant molecules will reach the transition state per unit time.
b. The activation energy of the reaction will increase.
c. The free energy of the reactant will be reduced.
d. The free energy of the product will increase.
e. A decrease in the rate of the reaction

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Answer: A. More reactant molecules will reach the transition state per unit time.
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