Which of the Following Illustrates the Like Dissolves Like Rule

question 90

Multiple Choice

Which of the following illustrates the like dissolves like rule for a solid solute in a liquid solvent?

• A)An ionic compound is soluble in a nonpolar solvent.
• B)A polar compound is soluble in a nonpolar solvent.
• C)A nonpolar compound is soluble in a polar solvent.
• D)A nonpolar compound is soluble in a nonpolar solvent.
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Pure Hypothetical

A speculative assumption or scenario, often used in reasoning, that is not grounded in known facts or current reality.

Categorical Syllogism

A form of reasoning consisting of three propositions: a major premise, a minor premise, and a conclusion, each of which may be categorized by being either affirmative or negative.

Fallacy

A mistaken belief or an error in reasoning, often resulting in invalid or misleading arguments.

Affirming Consequent

A logical fallacy where a conclusion is incorrectly inferred solely based on the truth of its consequent, despite lacking sufficient evidence.