Determine whether the following statement is true or false. If false, correct the statement. 
A conjugated alkene with a symmetric HOMO has an odd number of double bonds.

• A. True.
• B. False. A conjugated polyene with an antisymmetric HOMO has an odd number of double bonds.
• C. False. A conjugated polyene with a symmetric HOMO has an even number of double bonds.
• D. False. A nonconjugated polyene with a symmetric HOMO has an odd number of double bonds.

Answer: (A)