The response factor,F,for the analysis of pentane with the internal standard decane is 3.5.Which statements below are INCORRECT for the analysis?
I The pentane concentration is 3.5 times greater than the decane concentration.
II The decane concentration is 3.5 times greater than the pentane concentration.
III Detector response to pentane is 3.5 times greater than detector response to decane.
IV Detector response to decane is 3.5 times greater than detector response to pentane.
A)I and III
B)II and III
C)II and IV
D)I and IV
E)None of these is incorrect.

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Statement I is incorrect because the response factor indicates the relative response of the detector to pentane compared to decane, not the concentration ratio. Statement III is incorrect because the response factor of 3.5 means the detector response to decane is 3.5 times greater than to pentane, not the other way around.

The Response Factor,F,for the Analysis of Pentane with the Internal