The Equilibrium Constant,K,for the Reaction Shown Below Has a Value

question 37

Multiple Choice

The equilibrium constant,K,for the reaction shown below has a value 1.8 × 10^-5.In this reaction which is the strongest acid and which is the strongest base? CH₃CO₂H(aq) + H₂O(l) ⇌ H₃O⁺(aq) + CH₃CO₂^-(aq)

• A)CH₃CO₂H and CH₃CO₂^-
• B)CH₃CO₂H and H₂O
• C)H₃O⁺ and H₂O
• D)H₃O⁺ and CH₃CO₂^-

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