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Rate of reaction in absence of catalyst at 700 K is same as in presence of catalyst at 500 K. If catalyst decreases activation energy barrier by 30 kJ/mole, determine activation energy in presence of catalyst. (Assume 'A' factor to be same in both cases)

A

75 kJ

B

135 KJ

C

105 KJ

D

125 KJ

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