The Michaelis-Menten constant (Km) represents:
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
Km = [S] at 1/2 Vmax. Lower Km = higher enzyme affinity for substrate. Competitive inhibitors increase apparent Km but don't change Vmax. Noncompetitive inhibitors decrease Vmax.
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