An inventor discovers a harmless and tasteless salt, which, when added to water changes its boiling point. The market value for this salt will be best if the salt
A) lowers the boiling point of water.
B) raises the boiling point of water.
C) either raises or lowers the boiling point, as the food would be cooked either way.

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Raising the boiling point of water can make it more useful for cooking foods at higher temperatures, potentially making the cooking process faster or more efficient, which could be valuable in both domestic and industrial settings. Lowering the boiling point would have less practical application in cooking.

An Inventor Discovers a Harmless and Tasteless Salt, Which, When