How Do Coefficient Changes Affect Equilibrium Constants?

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Homework Statement


The reaction below has a equilibrium constant of Kp = 2.26 x 10^4 at 298 K
CO(g) + 2H2(g) <=>CH3OH(g)

Calculate Kp for each of the reactions and predict whether reactants or products will be favored at equilibrium

A. (1/2)CO(g) + H2(g) <=> (1/2)CH3OH(g)


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I know i have to multiply all the coefficients by something..but i just don't know by what. How can i tell?
 
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Borek said:
Write both reaction quotients and see how they are related.

Im not sure what you mean by this. Can you explain more please
 
Write formulas for equilibrium constants and see if there is no some simple operation that can convert one into the other.