Consider Adding NaClO₄ to a Basic Solution

question 4

Multiple Choice

Consider adding NaClO₄ to a basic solution. Which statement below is true?

• A) NaClO₄ is an acidic salt and the pH of the resulting solution rises.
• B) NaClO₄ is an acidic salt and the pH of the resulting solution lowers.
• C) NaClO₄ is a basic salt and the pH of the resulting solution rises.
• D) NaClO₄ is a basic salt and the pH of the resulting solution lowers.
• E) NaClO₄ is a neutral salt and the pH of the resulting solution does not change.

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