Question

In chemical compounds, atoms like to have 8 electrons in their outer shell, this gives them __________.
a. the electron configuration of a noble gas
b. more protons than electrons
c. eight electrons in their principal energy level
d. more electrons than protons

Answer 1

It's A
a. the electron configuration of a noble gas. 

Answer 2

Elements try to attain their nearest noble configuration either by loosing or gaining electron(s). Hence option A.) the electron configuration of a noble gas is the correct answer. Hope this helps, have a great day/night ahead! :)