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How does the strength of the conjugate base relate to the strength of the corresponding weak acid, according to the text?

Options

  1. AThe strength of the conjugate base is unrelated to the strength of the weak acid.
  2. BThe conjugate base is weaker than the weak acid.
  3. CThe conjugate base is stronger than the weak acid.
  4. DThe strength of the conjugate base is equal to the strength of the weak acid.

Correct answer

C. The conjugate base is stronger than the weak acid.

Step-by-step solution

According to the text, the conjugate base is stronger than the weak acid.

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