The activation energy for the reaction $X \rightarrow Y$ is $150 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$. The change in enthalpy for the above reaction is $-135 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$. What is the activation energy for the reverse reaction $Y \rightarrow X$?

  • A
    $280 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$
  • B
    $285 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$
  • C
    $270 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$
  • D
    $15 \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$

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