Boron Has 3 Valence Electrons

question 103

Multiple Choice

Boron has 3 valence electrons. Which of the following processes is involved in boron's achieving a complete outer shell?

• A) formation of a B³⁺ cation
• B) formation of bridge bonds
• C) formation of  -bonds using its d-orbitals
• D) formation of  -bonds using sp³-orbitals
• E) none of the above

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Analyze how deferred tax assets and liabilities are adjusted based on future tax rate changes and profitability outlooks.

Compare and contrast the treatment and disclosure of income taxes under U.S. GAAP and IFRS.

Understand the differences between temporary and permanent differences in tax accounting.

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