What Is the Coefficient of O₂ When the Following Equation

question 35

Multiple Choice

What is the coefficient of O₂ when the following equation is properly balanced with the smallest set of whole numbers? ________ C₂H₄ + ________ O₂ → ________ CO₂ + ________ H₂O

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4
• E) 6

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