A catalyst

A

increases the average kinetic energy of the reacting molecules

B

decreases the value of enthalpy change in the reaction

C

reduces the time required for reaching the equilibrium state in the reaction

D

decreases the rate of backward reaction

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C
Catalyst affects both the reactions, i.e., forward and backward reactions, so equilibrium is established in lesser time.
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