The Following Reaction Is a Reversible Reaction

question 5

Multiple Choice

The following reaction is a reversible reaction.Which statement BEST describes what it means for this reaction to be reversible? HCOOH + HOCH₃ ⇌ HCOOCH₃ + H₂O

• A) This reaction only occurs in the reverse direction as written above.
• B) All of the reactant molecules react to make product, and then all of the product molecules react to make reactants again.
• C) Forward and reverse reactions proceed at the same rate.
• D) Forward and reverse reactions occur simultaneously.
• E) The rate of the reverse reaction is must faster than the rate of the forward reaction.

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Definitions:

Normal Good

A good for which demand increases as the income of consumers increases, showing a direct relationship between income and demand.

Inferior Good

A type of good for which demand decreases when the income of consumers increases, inversely related to income changes.

Indifference Curves

Curves that represent the locus of various points indicating combinations of goods giving equal satisfaction and utility to the consumer.

Inferior Good

A category of product that sees reduced demand as the income levels of buyers rise.