Question

1. adding an acid to a solution

a) increases, neutralize
b) increases, decreases
c) neutralize, increases
d) decreases, increases
the ph, while adding a base

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Explanation:

Adding an acid to a solution increases the hydrogen - ion concentration. Since pH = -log[H⁺], an increase in [H⁺] causes a decrease in pH. A lower pH indicates a more acidic solution.

Answer:

B. Increases, decreases