When 5.738 grams of a hydrocarbon, CxHy, were burned in a

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When 5.738 grams of a hydrocarbon, CxHy, were burned in a combustion analysis apparatus, 18.00 grams of CO₂ and 7.372 grams of H₂O were produced. In a separate experiment, the molar mass of the compound was found to be 28.05 g/mol. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the hydrocarbon. Enter the elements in the order presented in the question.