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In the following question, a statement of Assertion (A) followed by a statement of Reason (R) is given. Choose the correct option out of the choices given below each question.

Assertion (A): An aqueous solution of ammonium acetate can act as a buffer.

Reason (R): Acetic acid is a weak acid, and NH_{4}OH is a weak base.

(i) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

(ii) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

(iii) A is false, but R is true.

(iv) Both A and R are false.

Answers (1)

The answer is the option (iii) A is false, but R is true.

Explanation: Salt of a weak acid and weak base can be used to form a buffer solution.

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