Which Statement A-D Regarding the Reaction Described by the Energy

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which statement A-D regarding the reaction described by the energy profile below is not correct?

• A) The rate constant for the reverse reaction is smaller than the rate constant for the forward reaction.
• B) This reaction has two transition states.
• C) An intermediate is formed in this reaction.
• D) The rate-determining step is the first step.
• E) Statements A-D are all correct.

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