Which of the following compounds can directly enter the citric acid cycle?

A. Acetyl-CoA
B. Pyruvate
C. Glucose
D. ATP

Answer: Acetyl-CoA

Additional Information: Acetyl-CoA is the molecule that enters the citric acid cycle after glycolysis and conversion of pyruvate.

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