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 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.
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.