The Following Initial Rate Data Were Found for the Reaction $\to$

question 3

Multiple Choice

The following initial rate data were found for the reaction
2MnO₄^- + 5H₂C₂O₄ + 6H⁺ $\to$ 2Mn²⁺ + 10CO₂ + 8H₂O

-Which of the following is the correct rate law?

• A)Rate = k[MnO₄^-]²[H₂C₂O₄]⁵[H⁺]⁶
• B)Rate = k[MnO₄^-]²[H₂C₂O₄][H⁺]
• C)Rate = k[MnO₄^-][H₂C₂O₄][H⁺]
• D)Rate = k[MnO₄^-]²[H₂C₂O₄]
• E)Rate = k[MnO₄^-]²[H₂C₂O₄]²

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