If a Reaction Has a Rate Equation of Rate =

question 122

Multiple Choice

If a reaction has a rate equation of rate = k[A][B][C] then it is:

• A)overall second order
• B)overall first order
• C)overall third order
• D)zero order in A
• E)second order in B

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Efficiency Loss

A reduction in economic efficiency due to disparities between marginal social benefits and marginal social costs, often caused by market failures or policy interventions.

Underproduction

The condition of producing less than the optimal or expected amount of goods and services, leading to inefficient utilization of resources.

Deadweight Loss

The loss of economic efficiency that occurs when the equilibrium for a good or a service is not achieved or is unattainable.

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