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If two elements A and B combine in different ratios to form two compounds, $A_xB_y$ and $A_pB_q$, then according to the Law of Multiple Proportions:

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## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: A
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
	**Primary Concept**: Law of Multiple Proportions
	**Related Topics**: Chemical Stoichiometry, Chemical Laws
	**Prerequisites**: Understanding of chemical compounds and their composition, basic ratios
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
	Two elements A and B combine to form two compounds $A_xB_y$ and $A_pB_q$
	We are asked to apply the Law of Multiple Proportions
**Method & Steps**:
	1. Understand the Law of Multiple Proportions:
		Reasoning: The law states that when two elements combine to form more than one compound, the masses of one element that combine with a fixed mass of the other element are in a ratio of small whole numbers.
		Formula/Rule: Law of Multiple Proportions
	2. Apply the law to the given scenario:
		Working: In the compounds $A_xB_y$ and $A_pB_q$, let us consider a fixed mass of element A. The masses of element B that combine with this fixed mass of A in the two compounds will be in a simple whole number ratio.
		Key Point: The law applies to the masses of one element combining with a *fixed* mass of the other element.
	3. Determine the correct option:
		Result: Based on the understanding of the law, option A correctly describes the Law of Multiple Proportions.
		Verification: Option A directly reflects the definition of the Law of Multiple Proportions.
 ## OPTION ANALYSIS
[A] ✓: The ratio of masses of B which combine with a fixed mass of A is a simple whole number ratio. This is the correct statement of the Law of Multiple Proportions.
[B] :x: The ratio of masses of A which combine with a fixed mass of B is a simple whole number ratio. While similar, this describes the ratio of A masses, not B, and is not directly what the law states when considering a fixed mass of A.
[C] :x: The ratio of masses of A which combine with a fixed mass of A is a simple whole number ratio. This statement is nonsensical because you cannot compare the masses of A combining with itself.
[D] :x: The ratio of masses of B which combine with a fixed mass of B is a simple whole number ratio. This statement is nonsensical because you cannot compare the masses of B combining with itself.
 ## LEARNING AIDS
	**Common Mistakes**:
		1.[Error 1]: Confusing the Law of Multiple Proportions with the Law of Definite Proportions. The Law of Multiple Proportions deals with multiple compounds formed by the same elements.
		2.[Error 2]: Misinterpreting which element's mass is fixed and which element's masses are being compared. Always consider a fixed mass of *one* element.
	**Quick Tips**:
		1.[Helpful shortcut]: Remember that the 'multiple' in the Law of Multiple Proportions refers to multiple compounds formed by the same elements, and the law focuses on mass ratios of one element when combined with a fixed mass of another.
		2.[Memory aid]: Think of the law as stating that the masses of one element that are combining with a fixed mass of another element will be related by simple whole numbers - they will be multiples of some basic ratio.

THIRUPATHI REDDY · Answer

The correct Option is "The ratio of masses of B which combine with a fixed mass of A is a simple whole number ratio."

THIRUPATHI REDDY · Answer

The ratio of masses of A which combine with a fixed mass of B is a simple whole number ratio.

THIRUPATHI REDDY · Answer

The ratio of masses of A which combine with a fixed mass of A is a simple whole number ratio.

THIRUPATHI REDDY · Answer

The ratio of masses of B which combine with a fixed mass of B is a simple whole number ratio.

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