Which of the following could be added to a solution of acetic acid to prepare a buffer?
A) nitric acid
B) sodium hydroxide
C) more acetic acid
D) hydrochloric acid
E) None of the above can be added to an acetic acid solution to prepare a buffer.

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A buffer solution can be prepared by adding a strong base like sodium hydroxide to acetic acid, which will partially neutralize the acetic acid and form its conjugate base, acetate, creating a buffer system.

Which of the Following Could Be Added to a Solution