Question

How many atoms of carbon are represented in 3CH3CH2O?

2
4
6
8

Answer 1

is the coefficient necessary?

Answer 2

\(\underbrace{C}_1H_3\underbrace{C}_2H_2O\)

if you're taking the coefficient 3 into account then you multiply the whole molecule by 3, so it is as if you had 3 molecules.

Answer 3

so is the answer 6 @aaronq

Answer 4

if you're using the 3, then yes

Answer 5

alright. Thank you!!

Answer 6

no problem!