Based on the Following Reaction, What Is the Respiratory Quotient $\rarr$

Multiple Choice

Based on the following reaction, what is the respiratory quotient for stearic acid? C₁₈H₃₆O₂ + 26 O₂ $\rarr$ 18 CO₂ + 18 H₂O

A) 1.44
B) 0.69
C) 1.39
D) 0.72
E) none of the above