For the following compound, predict whether the solution is acidic, basic or neutral and why: HI.
A) acidic because HI is a strong acid
B) basic because HI is a weak base
C) neutral because there is no hydrolysis
D) basic because HI is the salt of a weak acid
E) acidic because HI is the salt of a weak base

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HI is a strong acid, which means it will completely dissociate in water to form H+ ions. These H+ ions will make the solution acidic.

For the Following Compound, Predict Whether the Solution Is Acidic