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Which enzyme catalyzes the committed and rate-limiting step of glycolysis?

A Hexokinase
B Phosphofructokinase-1 (PFK-1)
C Pyruvate kinase
D Aldolase

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Phosphofructokinase-1 (PFK-1) catalyzes the phosphorylation of fructose-6-phosphate to fructose-1,6-bisphosphate. This irreversible step is the major regulatory and rate-limiting point of glycolysis.

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