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The molecular formula for the oxide is N₂O₄

Step-by-step explanation

Given that the oxide simplest formula = NO₂ and the relative molecular mass of the oxide is 92, then the molecular formula is calculated as follows;

(NO₂)n = (Relative molecular mass)

(NO₂)n = 92

Atomic masses of N = 14 and O = 16.

(14 + 2 x 16)n = 92

(14 + 32)n = 92

46n = 92

Divide both sides by 46

46n/46 = 92/46

n = 2

So, (NO₂)₂ = N₂O₄

Hence, the molecular formula for the oxide is N₂O₄

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