How Many Valence Electrons Does a Carbon Atom Have

question 87

Multiple Choice

How many valence electrons does a carbon atom have?

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4
• E) 6

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Definitions:

Coercive Power

The ability to influence others' behavior by threats, punishment, or negative reinforcement.

Reward Power

The ability of an individual to influence others' actions by controlling the allocation of rewards.

Compliance

The behavior of targets of influence who agree to readily carry out the requests of the leader.

Resistance

Opposition or pushback against proposals, changes, or directives.