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The ionization constant of an acid-base indicator (a weak acid) is `1.0×10^(−6)` . The ionized form of the indicator is red whereas the unionized form is blue. The pH change required to alter the colour of the indicator from 80% blue to 80% red is:

A

2.00

B

1.40

C

1.20

D

0.80

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