Why is glucose often preferred over fatty acids as an energy source despite the higher ATP yield from fatty acid oxidation?

• A. Fatty acid oxidation produces more toxic byproducts than glucose oxidation.
• B. Glucose provides more energy per unit of molecular weight compared to fatty acids.
• C. Fatty acids are less abundant in the body compared to glucose.
• D. Glucose oxidation is more efficient in terms of ATP yield per carbon atom.

Answer: (B)