MCAT Biochemistry Question 67: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 67

7. Which of the following is correct about fat-soluble vitamins?

I. Vitamin E is important for calcium regulation.

II. Vitamin D protects against cancer because it is a biological antioxidant.

III. Vitamin K is necessary for the posttranslational introduction of calcium-binding sites.

IV. Vitamin A is metabolized to retinal, which is important for sight.

  • A. III only
  • B. I and II only
  • C. III and IV only
  • D. II, III, and IV only

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Vitamin A is metabolized to retinal, which is important for sight. Vitamin D is metabolized to calcitriol, which is important for calcium regulation. Vitamin E is made up of tocopherols, which are biological antioxidants. Vitamin K is necessary for the introduction of calcium binding sites, such as during the posttranslational modification of prothrombin.

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