Calculate the ratio of (conjugate base)/(conjugate acid) for an acetic acid /acetate buffer when the pH =  6.78 . Use a pKa for acetic acid of 4.74.  Give the answer to one decimal place.

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Calculate the ratio of (conjugate base)/(conjugate acid) for an acetic acid /acetate buffer when the pH =  6.78 . Use a pKa for acetic acid of 4.74.  Give the answer to one decimal place.

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