Give the Number of Lone Pairs Around the Central Atom

question 56

Multiple Choice

Give the number of lone pairs around the central atom and the geometry of the ion PCl₄^-.

• A)0 lone pairs, tetrahedral
• B)1 lone pair, distorted tetrahedron (seesaw)
• C)1 lone pair, square pyramidal
• D)1 lone pair, tetrahedral
• E)2 lone pairs, square planar

Identify how the total cost of production varies with output levels and input choices.

Analyze the implications of input prices on production cost using isocost lines.

Recognize the conditions for minimum cost output in the context of isocost and isoquant lines.

Interpret the construction and significance of expansion paths in long-run production decisions.

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