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A solution of an acid could have a pH of __*
3 to 5
6 to 8
9 to 11
12 to 14

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Answer:

3 to 5

Step-by-step explanation:

The pH scale is from 0 to 14.

Acids have a pH of anything less than 7.

Anything with a pH greater than 7 is considered to be a base.

If a solution has a pH of 7, it is neutral.

3 to 5 is in the range of less than 7, so a solution of an acid can have this pH.

6 to 8 includes less than 7 , 7 and greater than 7, so it is not just in the range of an acid.

9 to 11 and 12 to 14 are both in the range of greater than 7, so they have to be bases.

Therefore, the correct answer is 3 to 5.

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