Which One of the Following Statements Best Applies to Synthesis

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements best applies to synthesis of fatty acids in E.coli extracts?

A) Acyl intermediates are thioesters of a low molecular weight protein called acyl carrier protein.
B) CO₂ or HCO₃^- is essential.
C) Reducing equivalents are provided by NADPH.
D) The ultimate source of all the carbon atoms in the fatty acid product is acetyl-CoA.
E) All of the above