Which Statement Below Correctly Characterizes Nonmetals

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which statement below correctly characterizes nonmetals?

• A) They have low electron affinities (so they commonly form anions).
• B) They have low ionization energies (so they commonly form cations).
• C) They form ionic compounds with chlorine (metal chlorides).
• D) They form basic, ionic compounds with oxygen (metal oxides).
• E) They have high electron affinities (so they commonly form anions).

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Definitions:

Effective Rate

The interest rate on a loan or financial product, restated from the nominal rate as an annual rate accounting for compound interest.

Interest Charged

The cost of borrowing money, calculated as a percentage of the principal amount on a loan or credit.

Semiannual Compounding

Interest calculation method where the interest is added to the principal twice a year, leading to compound interest growth.

Effective Rate

The equivalent annual interest rate when compounding at intervals different from annually. It reflects the total amount of interest paid or earned over a year.