Which statement below regarding the effect of a catalyst on chemical equilibrium is true?
A) Only the forward rate increases, so the quantity of products increases.
B) Only the forward rate increases, but the quantity of products remains the same.
C) Both the forward and reverse rates increase and the quantity of products increases.
D) Both the forward and reverse rates increase, but the quantity of products is unchanged.
E) The effect varies depending on whether the reaction is endothermic or exothermic.
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