metals nonmetals elements compounds
I gave my students this multiple choice question: Scientists classify matter into various groups. Which group is typically described by the characteristics listed below? • usually solid at room temperature • can be bent or changed in shape without breaking • show a shiny luster when scratched or polished

Only one answer is correct among these 4 choices:
- metals
- nonmetals
- elements
- compounds

Could you tell me which one is correct?

metals