Inhibition of aldehyde dehydrogenase would be expected to cause an increased amount of:
A) alcohol.
B) acetaldehyde.
C) carbon dioxide.
D) acetic acid.

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Aldehyde dehydrogenase is an enzyme responsible for the oxidation of acetaldehyde into acetic acid. Inhibition of this enzyme will result in the accumulation of acetaldehyde, the toxic intermediate in alcohol metabolism, leading to symptoms such as facial flushing, headache, and nausea.

Inhibition of Aldehyde Dehydrogenase Would Be Expected to Cause an Increased