When a Strong Acid Is Titrated with a Weak Base

question 17

Multiple Choice

When a strong acid is titrated with a weak base, the pH at the equivalence point

• A)is greater than 7.0.
• B)is equal to 7.0.
• C)is less than 7.0.
• D)is equal to the p K _a of the acid.
• E)is equal to the p K _b of the base.

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The gap between the aggregate sum consumers can and are willing to spend on a good or service versus the amount they really spend.

Equilibrium

The state in which market supply and demand balance each other, resulting in stable prices and quantities.

Market Equilibrium

A state in which market supply and demand balance each other, resulting in stable prices and quantities.

Producer Surplus

The difference between what producers are willing to accept for a good or service versus what they actually receive, often illustrated in economic surplus models.