A Compound Was Discovered Whose Composition by Mass Is 85

question 77

Multiple Choice

A compound was discovered whose composition by mass is 85.6% C and 14.4% H. Which of the following could be the molecular formula of this compound

• A) CH₄
• B) C₂H₄
• C) C₃H₄
• D) C₂H₆
• E) C₃H₈

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