MCAT General Chemistry Question 70: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 70

10. If the rate law for a reaction is:

rate = k[A]0[B]2[C]1

What is the overall order of the reaction?

  • A. 0
  • B. 2
  • C. 3
  • D. 4

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

The overall order of a reaction is the sum of the individual orders in the reaction. Therefore, the rate order is 0 + 2 + 1 = 3.

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