Which of the following accurately pairs the part of an atom to its charge?

a. neutron—positive charge
b. electron—negative charge
c. electron—no charge
d. proton—no charge

correct answer on penn foster is (b)

Answer is: B. Electron—negative charge.

The electron (symbol: e⁻) is a subatomic particle whose electric charge is negative one elementary charge.  

The proton (symbol: p⁺) is subatomic particle with a positive electric charge of +1e elementary charge.

The neutron (symbol: n°) is a subatomic particle with no net electric charge.

Protons and neutrons, each with masses of approximately one atomic mass unit, are called nucleons.  

Protons and neutrons are hadrons composed of three valence quarks

the number of valence electrons for each molecule or ion is shown beneath the structure. remember hydrogen will not have more than two electrons. this hydrogen is part of a covalent bond (sharing two electrons). a double bond here would cause hydrogen to share four electrons with phosphorus.