Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321910419
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-041-7

Chapter 16 - Acid-Base Equilibria - Exercises - Page 719: 16.77a

Answer

Acetic acid is a stronger acid.

Work Step by Step

Since the $Ka$ of acetic acid is greater than the $Ka$ of hypochlorous acid, acetic acid is considered stronger.
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