A Valid Lewis Structure of _ _ Cannot Be Drawn

question 48

Multiple Choice

A valid Lewis structure of _ _ cannot be drawn without violating the octet rule.

• A) ICl₅
• B) SiF₄
• C) CO₂
• D) SO₂
• E) NI₃

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Definitions:

Market Demand

The aggregate amount of a product or service that every consumer in a market is prepared and capable of buying at different price levels.

Long-Run Equilibrium

A state in which all factors of production and costs are variable, allowing firms to make adjustments and the market to stabilize at a point where supply equals demand.

Monopolistic Competitor

A firm in a market structure where many companies sell products that are similar but not identical.

Short Run

A period of time in economics during which at least one input is fixed and cannot be changed by businesses.