MDCAT Biology MCQ #561

During a marathon, a runner's energy needs are met primarily by which metabolic pathway?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #561

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During a marathon, a runner's energy needs are met primarily by which metabolic pathway?

    • A) Glycolysis
    • B) Gluconeogenesis
    • C) Beta-oxidation
    • D) Oxidative phosphorylation

    Answer: Oxidative phosphorylation

    Explanation: Oxidative phosphorylation: efficient energy production, glycolysis incorrect because it's less efficient