The reaction of dissociation of potassium hydroxide which is a strong base in aqueous solution is:

KOH + H₂O → H⁺+ KO^- + H₂O

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KOH + H₂O → H₃O⁺+ KO^-

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KOH_(aq) → K⁺ + OH^-

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KOH + H₂O → K⁺ + OH^-

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Solution

The correct option is C
KOH_(aq) → K⁺ + OH^-

Potassium hydroxide is a strong base and dissociates completely in aqueous solution

KOH_(aq) → K⁺_(aq) + OH^-_(aq)

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