1. which of the following rules determines the charge on a monatomic ion formed from a nonmetal?

a. group number - 8
b. group number/8
c. 8 - group number
d. 8 x group number

2. which of the following statements is true?

a. nonmetals lose electrons to become cations.
b. nonmetals gain electrons to become cations.
c. metals lose electrons to become cations.
d. metals gain electrons to become cations.