The VSEPR theory allows us to determine the most favorable
A)shape of a molecule.
B)charge on an ion.
C)color of a compound.
D)bond type for a molecule.
E)formula for a compound.

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VSEPR (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion) theory predicts the geometry or shape of molecules based on the repulsion between electron pairs, which is related to the number of valence electrons in the molecule. Therefore, the theory allows us to determine the most favorable shape of a molecule.

The VSEPR Theory Allows Us to Determine the Most Favorable