Elena and Sergio Have Just Graduated from College and Are

question 60

Multiple Choice

Elena and Sergio have just graduated from college and are both applying for a research lab position at a university known for their diversity initiatives.Elena and Sergio both graduated with 4.0 GPAs,and each have 3 years of research experiences.Who is most likely to be hired?

• A) Elena
• B) Sergio
• C) The employer will ask for additional information to break the tie.
• D) Elena and Sergio have an equal chance of being hired.

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Definitions:

Iminium Salt

A compound derived from the addition of an amine to a carbonyl compound, forming a positively charged nitrogen atom.

Alkyl Halide

A compound containing a halogen atom covalently bonded to an alkyl group; also known as a haloalkane.

Alkylation Reaction

A chemical reaction in which an alkyl group is transferred to an organic compound, often increasing the compound's molecular size.

Dimethylamine

Dimethylamine is a simple amine consisting of two methyl groups attached to a nitrogen atom, used in a wide range of chemical applications, including as a precursor for certain chemicals.