The Reason That We Can Calculate the Change in Entropy

question 14

Multiple Choice

The reason that we can calculate the change in entropy of a system is that

• A) entropy always decreases.
• B) entropy always increases.
• C) the entropy of the universe always remains constant.
• D) it depends only on the properties of the initial and final equilibrium states.
• E) systems always follow reversible paths.

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Definitions:

Inventory Records

Documents that track the quantities, conditions, and locations of products a company has in stock, including raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.

Days' Sales in Inventory

A financial ratio indicating the average number of days it takes a company to sell its entire inventory in a given period.

Replace Inventory

The process of replenishing stock to ensure sufficient levels of inventory are maintained for operations.

Acquire Inventory

The process of obtaining goods and materials for sale or use in production by a company.