a) Draw Lewis structures for NS₂⁺ where N is the central atom. Restrict yourself to structures in which the formal charges are consistent with the relative electronegativities of the elements. Assuming idealized angles, predict the S-N-S bond angle.

b) The Lewis structure for NS₂⁺ that corresponds to the experimental structure has a +1 formal charge on N. Assuming idealized angles, predict the S-N-S bond angle.

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