Which of the Following Is a Useful Guideline for the Application

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a useful guideline for the application of formal charges in neutral molecules

• A) A Lewis structure in which there are no formal charges is preferred.
• B) Lewis structures with large formal charges are preferred.
• C) The preferred Lewis structure is one in which positive formal charges are on the most electronegative atoms.

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