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which statement about organic compounds is true?
a compound that a living organism requires for survival is considered to be organic.
a compound that contains oxygen and hydrogen is organic if the compound lacks carbon.
an organic compound typically has at least one carbon–hydrogen or carbon–carbon bond.
a naturally - occurring compound is organic, whereas a synthetic compound is inorganic.

Explanation:

Organic compounds are defined by their carbon-based structure, usually including C-H or C-C bonds. The other options are incorrect: survival-required compounds (e.g., water) can be inorganic; oxygen/hydrogen without carbon is inorganic; natural/synthetic does not determine organic status (synthetic organic compounds exist).

Answer:

An organic compound typically has at least one carbon–hydrogen or carbon–carbon bond.