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What determines whether a reaction is endothermic or exothermic?

A The sign of ΔS
B The sign of ΔH: positive = endothermic, negative = exothermic
C The sign of ΔG
D The activation energy

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

ΔH > 0: endothermic (absorbs heat). ΔH < 0: exothermic (releases heat). Enthalpy change determines the heat flow direction.

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