Carrie is conducting an experiment on a solution. The solution’s initial pH is 3.2. Then, as Carrie gradually adds Compound X into the solution, the pH increases to 9.8.

Which is the most likely identity of Compound X?
A. a strong acid, such as hydrochloric acid (HCl)
B. a strong base, such as sodium hydroxide (NaOH)
C. a salt, such as sodium chloride (NaCl)
D. a solvent, such as water (H2O)



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