Which statement best describes how to predict the formula of a stable ionic compound? A) Use the same number of cations as anions so that the compound is neutral.
B) Use more cations than anions so that the compound is positively charged.
C) Use enough cations and anions so that the total charge is zero.
D) Use fewer cations than anions so that the compound is negatively charged.

C ; Use enough cations and anions so that the total charge is zero

in a stable ionic compound, in order for you to get the formula, you need the positive and negative ions on one side to cancel out the compound, it becomes neutral, by being 0.

i hope that made sense :/

a compound is a molecule made of atoms from different elements.

a. by the combination of an unlimited number of elements