Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Mode of action of enzymes

Mode of action of enzymes — practice question

The drug ritonavir is sometimes used to treat HIV/AIDS. Ritonavir is made up of three amino acids and acts as a competitive inhibitor of HIV protease. Which of the following statements about ritonavir are correct?

  • A1, 2 and 3
  • B1 and 3 only
  • C2 and 4
  • D3 and 4

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