The Oxidation Number of Phosphorus in PF₅ Is ________

question 77

Multiple Choice

The oxidation number of phosphorus in PF₅ is ________.

• A)+5
• B)+3
• C)+1
• D)-5
• E)0

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Definitions:

Extinguish Horseplay

Efforts to stop playful, often inappropriate and unproductive behavior in a work or serious environment.

Employee Horseplay

Unprofessional behavior at work consisting of playful or prankish activities that can lead to distractions, accidents, or harm.

Extinction

The gradual dissipation of behavior following the termination of reinforcement.

Delayed or Partial Reinforcement

A principle in behavior psychology where a reward is not given every time a desired behavior is exhibited, making the response more resilient to extinction.