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Published on: August 14, 2026
If NaOH is added to a solution of acetic acid
A
ions increase
B
pH decreases
C
increases
D
increases
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
Acetic acid 
is a weak acid it's dissociation equilibrium is shown as,
When, NaOH is added into the solution, the hydroxide ion react 
ions to form water.
Thus, the concentration of 
ions decreases and pH of the solution increases.
Hence, the equilibrium for the dissociation of acetic acid will shift towards right, this will increase the acetate ion concentration.
Therefore, option c is correct.
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