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In a practical investigation of reaction rates, which of the following is NOT a controlled variable?

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MCQ

Type

practice

Style

Topic

Rate of reaction

Question

  1. A. Volume of reactants
  2. B. Temperature
  3. C. Type of catalyst used
  4. D. Time of observation

Answer

Type of catalyst used

Explanation

The correct answer is Type of catalyst used. This answer directly addresses the question: In a practical investigation of reaction rates, which of the following is NOT a controlled variable? It matches the approved Chemistry 8462 learning objective and the linked subtopic. The other options are incorrect because they either change the rate, catalyst, reversible reaction, equilibrium, or graph context, or they do not answer the exact point being tested.

Common mistake

Ignoring Control Variables

Students often forget to control variables when comparing reaction rates, leading to unreliable results.

Always identify and maintain constant conditions such as temperature, concentration, and surface area to ensure a fair comparison.

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