When the Following Equation Is Balanced Using the Smallest Possible $\rightarrow$

question 22

Multiple Choice

When the following equation is balanced using the smallest possible integers, what is the number in front of the substance in bold type? Pb(NO₃) ₂ + K₂CO₃ $\rightarrow$ PbCO₃ + KNO₃

• A) 5
• B) 4
• C) 3
• D) 2
• E) 1

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Definitions:

Fixed Proportions

A production condition where inputs must be used in constant ratios to each other, without substitution possibilities, to produce a particular output.

Demand Functions

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Income

the total amount of money received by an individual or group over a specified period, often derived from work, property, or investments.

Homothetic Preferences

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