Which of the following statements is true concerning an aqueous solution of the strong acid HBr? A)Br^- is a stronger acid than H₂O. B)Br^- is a stronger base than OH^-. C)H₃O⁺ is a stronger acid than HBr. D)H₂O is a stronger acid than HBr. E)H₂O is a stronger base than Br^-.

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In an aqueous solution, HBr dissociates completely into H₃O⁺ and Br^-. Water (H₂O) acts as a base and is a stronger base than the bromide ion (Br^-), which is the conjugate base of the strong acid HBr.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning an Aqueous