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If `pK_(a)` of acetic acid and `pK_(b)` of ammonium hydroxide are `4.76` each. Find the pH of ammonium acetate.

A

7

B

less than 7

C

more than 7

D

zero

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The correct Answer is:
A

`pH=7+(1)/(2)pK_(a)-(1)/(2)pK_(b)`
pH = 7
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