The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Reported That Speeding Was

question 2

Multiple Choice

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that speeding was a contributing factor in what percentage of fatal crashes?

• A)10
• B)15
• C)27
• D)32

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Definitions:

D-Aldopentose

A type of aldose sugar with five carbon atoms and has the D-configuration, which relates to the configuration of the hydroxyl group on the last asymmetric carbon atom.

Kiliani-Fischer

A chemical synthesis method used to elongate the carbon chain of sugars.

Aldohexoses

A class of monosaccharides that contain six carbon atoms and an aldehyde functional group.

Epimeric

Describes diastereomers that differ in configuration at only one stereogenic center.