The reaction Q(g) + R(g) → Z(I) is shown to be exothermic. Which of the following is true concerning the reaction? A) It is spontaneous only at high T B) It is spontaneous only at low T. C) It is nonspontaneous at all T.

The reaction Q(g) + R(g) → Z(I) is shown to be exothermic. Which of the following is true concerning the reaction? A) It is spontaneous only at high T B) It is spontaneous only at low T. C) It is nonspontaneous at all T.

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