The amount of [tex]CO_2[/tex] that would be produced will be 10.93 g
From the equation of the reaction, the mole ratio of methane to oxygen is 1:2.
Mole of 8.50 g methane = 8.50/16.04 = 0.53 moles
Mole of 15.9 g oxygen = 15.9/32 = 0.4969 moles
Thus, methane is in excess while oxygen is limiting.
Mole ratio of [tex]O_2[/tex] and [tex]CO_2[/tex] = 2:1
Equivalent mole of [tex]CO_2[/tex] = 0.4969/2 = 0.25 moles
Mass of 0.25 moles [tex]CO_2[/tex] = 0.25 x 44.01 = 10.93 g
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