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A 8.398 gram sample of an organic compound containing C, H and O is analyzed by combustion analysis and 19.09 grams of CO₂ and 7.817 grams of H₂O are produced.

In a separate experiment, the molar mass is found to be 116.2 g/mol. Determine the empirical formula and the molecular formula of the organic compound.

• Enter the elements in the order C, H, O

• empirical formula = ___

• molecular formula =___