A Handbook States That to Prepare a Particular Buffer Solution

question 52

Multiple Choice

A handbook states that to prepare a particular buffer solution mix 63.0 mL of 0.200 M aqueous HC₂H₃O₂ with 37.0 mL of 0.200 M aqueous NaC₂H₃O₂.What is the pH of this buffer? (K_a = 1.8 × 10^-5)

• A)4.74
• B)4.51
• C)4.98
• D)5.33
• E)7.00

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