If the reaction quotient, Q, is greater than the equilibrium constant, K, then

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If the reaction quotient, Q, is greater than the equilibrium constant, K, that means there are more products present than what is normally present at equilibrium. Thus, the reaction will shift in the opposite direction to consume some of the excess products and reach equilibrium, which means the reaction will proceed in the reverse direction. Therefore, the correct answer is E, "the reaction will proceed in the reverse direction."

If the Reaction Quotient, Q, Is Greater Than the Equilibrium