Question

In this method of balancing chemical equations, trials are made to balance the equation by using the smallest whole number coefficient, the method is known as ___.

• A. hit and trial method
• B. oxidation-reduction method
• C. valence electrons method
• D. ionic method

Answer 1

The correct option is A

hit and trial method

While balancing chemical equations, random trials are carried out with different numbers starting with the use of the smallest whole number coefficient. This method is called the 'hit and trial method'.