Which of the Following Is the Correct Balanced Equation for the Neutralization

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct balanced equation for the neutralization of barium hydroxide with hydrochloric acid?

• A) Ba(OH)₂ + 2 HCl → BaCl₂ + 2 H₂O
• B) BaOH₂ + 2 HCl → BaCl₂ + H₂O
• C) Ba(OH)₂ + HCl → BaCl₂ + H₂O
• D) BaOH + HCl → BaCl + H₂O

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