Essential Biochemistry - Enzymes (Section 2 - No. 32)
What effect does a noncompetitive inhibitor have on Vmax and Km?
Vmax decreases, Km stays the same
Vmax stays the same, Km increases
Vmax increases, Km stays the same
Vmax decreases, Km decreases
Explanation
Noncompetitive inhibitors decrease Vmax but do not affect Km.