$A$ salt $X$ is dissolved in water $(pH = 7)$,and the resulting solution becomes alkaline in nature. The salt is made of:

  • A
    $A$ strong acid and strong base
  • B
    $A$ strong acid and weak base
  • C
    $A$ weak acid and weak base
  • D
    $A$ weak acid and strong base

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