Most commonly used antacids are:

weak bases

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The correct option is A weak bases
Most commonly used antacids are weak bases.
Examples of antacid includes sodium bicarbonate, magnesium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate and aluminium hydroxide. An antacid is the substance which neutralizes the acid and raise the pH to an appropriate level in stomach. They should not be caustic like strong bases.

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