The ATPase enzyme A)adds a P_i to ADP. B)powers endocytosis. C)couples Na⁺ to glucose. D)hydrolyzes ATP into ADP and P_i.

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The ATPase enzyme hydrolyzes ATP into ADP and inorganic phosphate (Pi), which is represented by P_i in the answer choices. This hydrolysis releases energy that can be used for cellular processes such as muscle contraction, active transport, and biochemical synthesis.

The ATPase Enzyme