A Person Ordering a Certain Model of Car Can Choose

question 43

Multiple Choice

A person ordering a certain model of car can choose any of 9 colors, either manual or automatic transmission, and any of 4 audio systems. How many ways are there to order this model of car?

• A) 68
• B) 82
• C) 80
• D) 72

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Definitions:

Lewis Structure

A representation of molecules showing all the atoms, valence electrons, and bonding between atoms as well as any lone pairs of electrons.

Lewis Structure

A graphical representation illustrating how atoms in a molecule are bonded together and depicting any unpaired electrons present within the molecule.

Boron Trifluoride

A chemical compound with the formula BF3, known for its role as a strong Lewis acid in organic and inorganic chemical reactions.

Octet

A rule in chemistry stating that atoms tend to combine in such a way that they each have eight electrons in their valence shells, giving them the same electronic configuration as a noble gas.