A sample of nitrogen gas at 298 K and 745 torr has a volume of 37.42 L. What volume will it occupy if the pressure is increased to 894 torr at constant temperature?
A)22.3 L
B)31.2 L
C)44.9 L
D)112 L
E)380 L

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Using Boyle's Law (P1V1 = P2V2), where P1 = 745 torr, V1 = 37.42 L, P2 = 894 torr, we solve for V2: V2 = (P1V1)/P2 = (745 torr * 37.42 L) / 894 torr = 31.2 L.

A Sample of Nitrogen Gas at 298 K and 745