A buffer solution is 0.100 M in both HC₇H₅O₂ and LiC₇H₅O₂ and has a pH of 4.19.Which of the following pH values would you be most likely to see from the addition of a small amount of a dilute solution of a strong base? A)3.89 B)3.69 C)5.69 D)4.49 E)There is not enough information to determine.

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The buffer resists changes in pH. Adding a small amount of strong base will slightly increase the pH, making 4.49 the most likely value.

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