Which of the Following Statements About Non-Bonding Pairs Is True

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about non-bonding pairs is true?

• A) Non-bonding pairs increase the typical bond angles associated with a particular geometry as predicted by VSEPR theory.
• B) Non-bonding pairs decrease the typical bond angles associated with a particular geometry as predicted by VSEPR theory.
• C) Non-bonding pairs have no effect on the typical bond angles associated with a particular geometry as predicted by VSEPR theory.

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