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A reaction is catalysed by H+ ion. In presence of HA, rate constant is 2×103min1 and in presence of HB rate constant is 1×103min1, HA and HB both being strong acids, we may conclude that:

A
equilibrium constant is 2.
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HA is stronger acid than HB.
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relative acidic strength of HA and HB is 2.
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HA is weaker acid than HB and relative strength is 0.5.
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Solution

The correct options are
B HA is stronger acid than HB.
C relative acidic strength of HA and HB is 2.
Rate = k [reactant] [HA or HB].
Rate is more with HA so it is stronger than HB.
Relative strength of HA and HB =2×1031×103=2.
Therefore options B and C are correct.

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