Table 2.1 -Using the information in Table 2.1, calculate the molecular weight of ethanol, C₂H₅OH. A) 33 B) 34 C) 96 D) 46 E) The answer cannot be determined.

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The molecular weight of ethanol, C2H5OH, can be calculated by adding the atomic weights of its constituent atoms, which are 2(12.01) + 6(1.01) + 1(16.00) = 46.08. Choice D is the closest option, therefore it is the correct choice.

Table 2.1 -Using the Information in Table 2.1, Calculate the Molecular Weight