What is the main purpose of the rate-determining step in a reaction mechanism?

A. It is the fastest step
B. It is the slowest step
C. It is an intermediate step
D. It has no effect on the overall reaction rate

Answer: It is the slowest step

Additional Information: The rate-determining step is the slowest step and controls the overall rate of the reaction.

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