This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Biochemistry
The oxidation of 1 mol of the C16 fatty acid, palmitate, generates how many ATP molecules? 
Select and explain. 
A. 112, B. 108, C. 106, D. 120
C: 106
Answer: C: 106 
Explanation: Total ATP formed (mol)/mol palmitate - 108
Total ATP used (mol)/mol palmitate – 2
 Net  ATP generated - 106