What is the activation energy $(kJ \, mol^{-1})$ for a reaction if its rate constant doubles when the temperature is raised from $300 \, K$ to $400 \, K$ ? $(R = 8.314 \, J \, mol^{-1} \, K^{-1})$

  • A
    $68.8$
  • B
    $3.44$
  • C
    $34.4$
  • D
    $6.88$

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