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question 91

Multiple Choice

A solution is prepared by dissolving 0.23 mol of butanoic acid and 0.27 mol of sodium butanoate in water sufficient to yield 1.00 L of solution.The addition of 0.05 mol of HCl to this buffer solution causes the pH to drop slightly.The pH does not decrease drastically because the HCl reacts with the ________ present in the buffer solution.The K_a of butanoic acid is 1.36 × 10^-3.

• A) H₂O
• B) H₃O⁺
• C) butanoate ion
• D) butanoic acid
• E) This is a buffer solution: the pH does not change upon addition of acid or base.

Discuss the Enlightenment's contribution to debates on natural rights, freedoms, and the social contract.

Recognize the variety of artistic expressions during the Enlightenment, including rococo style and satirical works.

Explain the Enlightenment’s critique of religious institutions and advocacy for tolerance and reason.

Acknowledge the Enlightenment's global impact, particularly in shaping educational and governmental reforms.

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