A series of enzymes catalyze the reactions illustrated in the following metabolic pathway:
X → Y → Z → A.Product A binds to the enzyme that converts X to Y at a position remote from its active site.This binding of A decreases the activity of the enzyme that converts X to Y.The product A functions as which of the following in terms of its effect on the enzyme that converts X to Y?

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Product A binds to a position remote from the active site of the enzyme, causing a decrease in its activity. This indicates that it is an allosteric inhibitor.

A Series of Enzymes Catalyze the Reactions Illustrated in the Following