Consider the following reaction: 

What are its ΔS_total and spontaneity under standard state conditions?

• A. ΔS_total = 3.36 × 10² J/KThe reaction is spontaneous under standard state conditions
• B. ΔS_total = −1.52 × 10³ J/KThe reaction is nonspontaneous under standard state conditions
• C. ΔS_total = 1.52 × 10³ J/KThe reaction is spontaneous under standard state conditions
• D. ΔS_total = −3.36 × 10² J/KThe reaction is spontaneous under standard state conditions
• E. ΔS_total = −2.03 × 10⁴ J/KThe reaction is nonspontaneous under standard state conditions
• F. ΔS_total = 2.03 × 10⁴ J/KThe reaction is spontaneous under standard state conditions

Answer: (B)