Which of the Following Statements Regarding Electron Affinity Is NOT

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding electron affinity is NOT true?

A) Electron affinity values are usually negative because the association of an electron with a positive nucleus should produce an ion that is more stable.
B) Z_eff has no impact on electron affinity values.
C) Electron affinities generally become more positive as atomic size increases.
D) The electron affinities of the noble gases are positive or zero.
E) Electron pairing in orbitals can impact electron affinity.