Help. How do you solve this? I am extrmely lost. For the reaction: A(g) <=> B(g) + C(g) 5 moles of A are allowed to come to equilibrium in a closed rigid container. At equilibrium, how much of A and B are present if 12 moles of C are formed?

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For the reaction: A(g) <=> B(g) + C(g)

5 moles of A are allowed to come to equilibrium in a closed rigid container. At equilibrium, how much of A and B are present if 12 moles of C are formed?

a.) 1 mole of A and 2 moles of B

b.) 2 moles of A and 2 moles of B

c.) 0 moles of A and 3 moles of B

d.) 3 moles of A and 2 moles of B
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