Which of the Changes Listed Below Will Shift the Equilibrium

question 110

Multiple Choice

Which of the changes listed below will shift the equilibrium to the left for the following reversible reaction in an aqueous solution? NH₄OH(aq) NH₄+(aq) + OH-(aq)

• A)increase [NH₄OH]
• B)add solid NH₄Cl
• C)add solid NaCl
• D)add hydrochloric acid
• E)decrease pH

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