MCAT General Chemistry Question 278: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 278

4. If the [H+] goes up by a factor of four, the reaction rate will

  • A. increase by a factor of four.
  • B. increase by a factor of two.
  • C. decrease by a factor of two.
  • D. decrease by a factor of four.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

D Since [H+] is in the denominator of the rate law expression and raised to the first power, if [H+] goes up by a factor of four, the rate will go down by a factor of four.

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