The reaction: pyruvate + CoA + NAD+ ? acetyl CoA + CO2 + NADH, is catalyzed by pyruvate dehydrogenase.  If an inhibitor of this enzyme was added to cells, then ________ levels in the cytoplasm would increase.

A. CO2
B. pyruvate
C. NADH
D. acetyl CoA


Answer: B

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