Bioenergetics is a branch of biochemistry that focuses on the study of energy flow through living systems. The energy produced during cellular respiration is crucial for the function of all cells in the body. During this process, glucose is broken down to produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which cells use as a primary energy currency. This process involves several steps, including glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation.

Consider a situation where a cell is deprived of oxygen. Which of the following statements accurately describes how the cell would respond metabolically to continue producing ATP in the absence of aerobic conditions?