For the forward reaction $X \rightarrow Y$,the activation energy is $60 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$ and $\Delta H = -20 \ kJ \ mol^{-1}$. What is the activation energy for the reverse reaction $Y \rightarrow X$ in $kJ \ mol^{-1}$?

  • A
    $80$
  • B
    $40$
  • C
    $60$
  • D
    $20$

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