Knowing That Indium Is a Member of Group IIIA (13)and

question 87

Multiple Choice

Knowing that indium is a member of group IIIA (13) and selenium is listed under group VIA (16) , which of the following compounds should result from a reaction between these two elements?

• A)InSe
• B)In₂Se₃
• C)In₅Se₃
• D)Se₅In₃

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Definitions:

Shoeleather Costs

Shoeleather costs are the metaphorical costs of inflation, referring to the time and effort spent trying to avoid holding onto cash as it loses value.

Real Interest Rate

The rate of interest an investor expects to receive after allowing for inflation.

CPI

Consumer Price Index, a measure that examines the weighted average of prices of a basket of consumer goods and services, used as an indicator of inflation.

Fisher Effect

A theory proposed by economist Irving Fisher that describes the relationship between inflation and both real and nominal interest rates.