Based on Electron Configuration, Which of the Elements Would Exhibit

question 46

Multiple Choice

Based on electron configuration, which of the elements would exhibit a chemical behavior similar to oxygen?

• A) carbon
• B) nitrogen
• C) sulfur
• D) phosphorus

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Definitions:

Barter System

An economic system where goods and services are directly exchanged for other goods and services without the use of money.

Monetary Exchange

The process of trading goods and services using money as a medium of exchange rather than direct barter.

Double Coincidence

A situation in a barter system where two parties each have something the other wants, allowing for an exchange without the need for money.

Limited Specialization

A situation in which individuals or entities focus on a restricted range of products or services to gain greater efficiency, but do not specialize to the extent that they produce only one good or service.