A Lineweaver-Burk plot is useful in the analysis of enzymatic reactions because
A) it is easier to see whether points deviate from a straight line than from a curve
B) it is not affected by the presence of inhibitors
C) it can be used whether or not the enzyme displays Michaelis-Menten kinetics
D) all of the above

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A Lineweaver-Burk plot linearizes the Michaelis-Menten equation, making it easier to visually identify deviations from the expected linear relationship, which is useful for analyzing enzyme kinetics and determining kinetic parameters. Choices B and C are incorrect because the presence of inhibitors does affect the plot, and the plot is specifically used for enzymes that follow Michaelis-Menten kinetics.

A Lineweaver-Burk Plot Is Useful in the Analysis of Enzymatic