The standard enthalpy of combustion of $C$ (graphite), $H_{2(g)}$ and $CH_3OH_{(l)}$ respectively are $-393 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$, $-286 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$ and $-726 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$. What is the standard enthalpy of formation of methanol?

  • A
    $-726 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$
  • B
    $-239 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$
  • C
    $-96 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$
  • D
    $+96 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$

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