When $500 \ mL$ of a gaseous hydrocarbon is burned in excess of $O_2$,it produces $2.5 \ L$ of $CO_2$ and $3.0 \ L$ of water vapor. What is the molecular formula of the hydrocarbon?

  • A
    $C_4H_8$
  • B
    $C_4H_{10}$
  • C
    $C_5H_{10}$
  • D
    $C_5H_{12}$

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