The bond angle for the C-C-H bonds in CH₃CN would be expected to be approximately: A)90 $\circ$ B)109 $\circ$ C)120 $\circ$ D)145 $\circ$ E)180 $\circ$

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The carbon atoms in CH₃CN are sp2 hybridized, which means they have a trigonal planar geometry. In a trigonal planar molecule, the bond angle between the atoms is expected to be approximately 120 degrees. Therefore, the best choice is B (109 degrees), which is the closest option to the expected angle.

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