The Mass Spectrum for an Unknown Molecule Has an M⁺

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Short Answer

The mass spectrum for an unknown molecule has an M⁺ peak with a relative intensity of 12.5 and an M + 1 peak with a relative intensity of 2.48.How many carbons are in the unknown molecule?

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Definitions:

Margin of Safety

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Liabilities to Stockholders' Equity

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Asset Turnover Ratio

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Long-term Investments

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