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Rate constant of a first order reaction when 80% reacts (20% remains) in a given time

The same question, asked 3 times: 11 May 2024 S2*, 14 May 2024 S2*, 13 Apr 2026 S1. Every wording below, oldest first.

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  1. Question 1

    11 May 2024 S2

    94
    Calculate the rate constant of the first order reaction if 80% of the reactant reacted in 15 minutes.

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  2. Question 2

    14 May 2024 S2

    80
    Calculate the rate constant of the first order reaction if 80% of the reactant decomposes in 60 minutes.

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  3. Question 3

    13 Apr 2026 S1

    27
    In first order reaction, 20 % concentration remains after 10 min. What would be the rate constant of reaction if log⁡10(5)=0.6989\log_{10}(5) = 0.6989?

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