The role of a catalyst in a reversible reaction is to

  • A
    Increase the rate of forward reaction
  • B
    Decrease the rate of backward reaction
  • C
    Alter the equilibrium constant of the reaction
  • D
    Allow the equilibrium to be achieved quickly

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