For the spontaneity of a reaction,which statement is always true?

  • A
    $\Delta G = + ve$; $\Delta H = + ve$
  • B
    $\Delta H = + ve$; $\Delta S = - ve$
  • C
    $\Delta H = - ve$; $\Delta S = - ve$
  • D
    $\Delta H = - ve$; $\Delta S = + ve$

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