Once the Following Equation Is Balanced with the Smallest Set

question 4

Multiple Choice

Once the following equation is balanced with the smallest set of whole number coefficients, what is the sum of the coefficients? (Don't forget to include coefficients of one.) ________ SF₄ + ________ H₂O → ________ H₂SO₃ + ________ HF

• A) 4
• B) 6
• C) 7
• D) 9
• E) None of these answers is correct.

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Definitions:

Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of materials used in production and the expected (or standard) cost, which can indicate changes in materials prices or sourcing efficiency.

Direct Materials

Basic substances used explicitly in the production of a particular item, which can be directly linked to its creation.

Materials Price Variance

The difference between the actual cost of materials used in production and the expected cost based on standard prices.

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly traceable to the manufacturing of a product and constitute a significant portion of the production cost.