Which Statement Concerning Energy Changes in Chemical Reactions Is FALSE

Which statement concerning energy changes in chemical reactions is FALSE?

A) In an exothermic reaction,the system loses heat to the surroundings.
B) In an endothermic reaction,the system absorbs heat from the surroundings.
C) In an endothermic reaction,the reactants have a lower energy than the products.
D) In an exothermic reaction,the products have a higher energy than the reactants.
E) Exothermic reactions are characterized by a negative ∆H.