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Scientific Notation and Significant Figures — Unit test

Question 9 • CR SS Chemistry S2 2018/19 2026

Which statement best describes the process of making a solution by diluting a stock solution?

Answer
A
Add more solute to decrease the concentration.
B
Add more solute to increase the concentration.
C
Add more solvent to decrease the concentration.
D
Add more solvent to increase the concentration.

Explanation

Diluting a stock solution means adding more solvent while keeping the amount of solute the same. This increases the solution’s total volume, so the solute becomes less concentrated. Therefore, the correct statement is “Add more solvent to decrease the concentration.”

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