Using the VSEPR Model, the Molecular Geometry of the Central

question 20

Multiple Choice

Using the VSEPR model, the molecular geometry of the central atom in XeF₂ is __________.

• A)linear
• B)trigonal planar
• C)tetrahedral
• D)bent
• E)trigonal pyramidal

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Definitions:

Quarterly Time Series

Data collected, distributed, or analyzed at intervals of three months, often used to identify trends over time.

Residual Plot

A graphical representation where residuals (differences between observed and predicted values) of a regression analysis are plotted against predicted values to assess the fit of a model.

Trend Model

A statistical model that attempts to capture underlying patterns or trends in a dataset.

Annual Time-Series

A sequence of data points recorded or measured at successive time intervals, each interval being one year, used to analyze trends over time.