Refer to the Graph Below, Showing the Capacity of Three

Multiple Choice

Refer to the graph below, showing the capacity of three systems that provide ATP for muscle contraction. Which of the following statements is true?

A) The system of curve A metabolizes carbohydrates to pyruvate and lactate.
B) The system of curve B comes on line within seconds but lacks sustained efficiency.
C) The system of curve B uses ATP produced by oxidative metabolism.
D) The system of curve C uses preformed ATP and creatine phosphate.
E) The system of curve C enables fast-twitch fibers to generate force quickly.