If the Potential Energy in the Chemical Bonds of the Reactants

If the potential energy in the chemical bonds of the reactants is greater than the potential energy in the chemical bonds of the product,

A) energy must be supplied for the reaction to occur.
B) the chemical reaction equalizes the potential energy levels.
C) energy is not a factor in the reaction.
D) energy has not been gained or lost.
E) energy is released by the reaction.