The Following Initial Rate Data Were Found for the Reaction

question 40

Multiple Choice

The following initial rate data were found for the reaction
2MnO₄^- + 5H₂C₂O₄ + 6H⁺ → 2Mn²⁺ + 10CO₂ + 8H₂O
-Which of the following is the correct rate law?

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

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