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Reactant A gives K () and T () by parallel irreversible steps with equal pre-exponential factors (). Which statements are correct?

  1. A[K]/[T] is greater than 1 at every temperature
  2. B[K]/[T] increases when the temperature is raised
  3. CAt 298 K, [K]/[T]
  4. DAt 373 K, [K]/[T]

Answer: A, C, D

. At 298 K this is 426, and at 373 K it is 126. The exponent is always positive, so the ratio stays above 1 but falls as T rises. Hence the last statement is false.
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