The energy profile for the forward direction of a reversible reaction is shown. Which row correctly shows the sign of both the activation energy and the type of the enthalpy change for the reverse reaction? sign of activation type of enthalpy energy change A negative endothermic B negative exothermic C positive endothermic D positive exothermic

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D: positive exothermic
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