Decide if the following statements are true or false.

True False The weaker the acid, the stronger the conjugate base.

True False The K_a equilibrium constant always refers to the reaction of an acid with water to produce the conjugate base of the acid and the hydronium ion.

True False Strong acids are assumed 100% dissociated in water.

True False The conjugate base of a weak acid is a strong base.

True False As a solution becomes more basic, the pOH of the solution increases.

True False As the K_b value for a base increases, base strength increases.

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