Consider the Following Molecules

question 53

Multiple Choice

Consider the following molecules.
I. BF₃
II. CHBr₃ (C is the central atom.)
III. Br₂
IV. XeCl₂
V. CO
VI. SF₄
Select the molecule(s) that fit the given statement.These molecules violate the octet rule.

• A) III, V, VI
• B) I, II, IV, VI
• C) I, IV, VI
• D) I, II, IV
• E) I, III, IV, VI

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