In a solution,the mole fraction of solute is $0.2$ when the lowering in vapour pressure is $10 \text{ mm Hg}$. To achieve a lowering of vapour pressure of $20 \text{ mm Hg}$,the mole fraction of the solute in the solution should be:

  • A
    $0.2$
  • B
    $0.4$
  • C
    $0.6$
  • D
    $0.8$

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