When a solvent is added to a solution, the concentration of the solution.

increases

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decreases

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remains same

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Solution

The correct option is B decreases
Dilution is a process in which more solvent is added to a solution to decrease its concentration.

In this process, the amount of solute remains constant, but the total amount of solution increases, thereby decreasing its final concentration.

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