Thermodynamics - Calculating K of reaction

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Homework Statement



Establish K at 298K for the reaction:

2N2O4 (g) + O2 (g) → 2N2O5 (g)

Homework Equations



ΔG° = -RTlnK

The Attempt at a Solution



I've established that ΔG° = 34.4 kJ/mol (Correct) but for some reason when I solve for:

K = eΔG°/-RT

K = e34.5/(-(8.314)(298)) = .98495

I get the wrong answer.
 
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Ah, silly me... The units for my gas constant are in Joules not kJoules.

Got it.