Which of the following statements regarding glycolysis is false?

A) Glycolysis is considered to be an ancient metabolic process because it does not require oxygen.
B) Glycolysis is considered to be an ancient metabolic process because it is not located in a membrane-bound organelle.
C) Glycolysis is considered to be an ancient metabolic system because it occurs universally.
D) Glycolysis is considered to be an ancient metabolic system because it is the most efficient metabolic pathway for ATP synthesis.


Answer: D

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