The ionization constant of acetic acid `1.74xx10^(-5)`. Calculate the degree of dissociation of acetic acid in its `0.05 M` solution. Calculate the concentration of acetate ion in the solution and its `pH`.

Explanation

To solve the problem, we need to follow these steps:

### Step 1: Write the dissociation equation for acetic acid.
Acetic acid (CH₃COOH) dissociates in water as follows:
\[ \text{CH}_3\text{COOH} \rightleftharpoons \text{CH}_3\text{COO}^- + \text{H}^+ \]

### Step 2: Set up the expression for the ionization constant (Ka).
The ionization constant \( K_a \) is given by:
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