When the Reaction a → B + C Is Studied

question 55

Multiple Choice

When the reaction A → B + C is studied, a plot 1/[A]_t vs. time gives a straight line with a positive slope. What is the order of the reaction?

• A)Zero
• B)First
• C)Second
• D)Third
• E)More information is needed to determine the order.

---

Definitions:

Innate Ability

A skill or quality that a person is born with; natural talent or capacity that is not acquired through learning.

Synaptic Pruning

The natural and necessary process of shedding excess neurons and synapses during brain development to increase the efficiency of neuronal transmissions.

Cognitive Deficit

A deficiency or impairment in cognitive functions such as memory, attention, or problem-solving abilities, often resulting from neurological conditions or developmental disorders.

Synaptic Pruning

A neurological process occurring during brain development where extra neurons and synaptic connections are eliminated to increase the efficiency of neuronal transmissions.