Which statement about gluconeogenesis is correct?
A) The acetate group of acetyl-CoA is used for the net synthesis of glucose.
B) It occurs primarily in skeletal muscle.
C) It occur through reversal of the reactions of glycolysis.
D) Lactate and alanine can both serve as substrates.
E) ATP is not required.

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Lactate and alanine can both serve as substrates for gluconeogenesis, as they can be converted to pyruvate, from which glucose can be synthesized. Choices A, B, C, and E are incorrect.

Which Statement About Gluconeogenesis Is Correct