Which of the Following Could Be Added to a Solution

question 107

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could be added to a solution of acetic acid to prepare a buffer?

• A)sodium acetate only
• B)sodium acetate or sodium hydroxide
• C)nitric acid only
• D)hydrofluoric acid or nitric acid
• E)sodium hydroxide only

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Definitions:

Opportunity Cost

The cost of foregone alternatives, the value of the next best alternative that is given up when making a decision.

Comparative Advantage

The ability of a country or firm to produce a particular good or service at a lower opportunity cost than its competitors, leading to more efficient trade and production patterns.

Absolute Advantage

A situation in which a country, individual, or company can produce a particular good or service more efficiently than another party, using the same amount of resources.

Trade

Trade involves the exchange of goods, services, or both between parties, which can be at the domestic or international level, fostering economic interaction and integration.