The actual ATP yield from aerobic metabolism of one molecule of glucose is different from the theoretical yield because A) the net production of ATP is higher than previously thought. B) it accounts for the fact that an additional H⁺ is required to move ATP into the cytoplasm. C) it eliminates the ATP derived from NADH and FADH₂. D) of all of these.

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The actual ATP yield is lower than the theoretical yield because some protons (H+) are used for transporting ATP from the mitochondria to the cytoplasm, reducing the net ATP production.

The Actual ATP Yield from Aerobic Metabolism of One Molecule