Question 10 of 12
Given what you know about the melting point of a mixture, why do you think salt is sprinkled on icy sidewalks in the winter?
O The salt increases the boiling point of water, which prevents the ice from forming.
O The salt decreases the freezing point of water, which causes the ice to melt.
O The salt is a coarse substance and provides more traction on icy surfaces.
O The salt increases the freezing point of water, which causes the ice to melt.
