Which of the Following Acids Has the Weakest Conjugate Base

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following acids has the weakest conjugate base in aqueous solution?

• A)CH₃COOH
• B)HOCl
• C)HF
• D)HNO₂
• E)HNO₃

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