A 12.7g sample of vinegar is titrated.  It requires 19.75 mL of 0.205 M NaOH to neutralize the acetic acid (CH3COOH) in the vinegar.  Calculate the weight percent (w/w) of acetic acid in the vinegar.  Note: 1 mole of base neutralizes 1 mole of acid.

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A 12.7g sample of vinegar is titrated.  It requires 19.75 mL of 0.205 M NaOH to neutralize the acetic acid (CH3COOH) in the vinegar.  Calculate the weight percent (w/w) of acetic acid in the vinegar.  Note: 1 mole of base neutralizes 1 mole of acid.

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