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Which statement best describes what makes a base weak?
A base is weak when it forms few ions in water.
A base is weak when only a little of it is dissolved in water.
A base is weak when its concentration is high.
A base is weak when it totally forms ions in water.

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"A base is weak when it forms few ions in water."

Explanation: a weak base only partially ionizes (dissociates) in water, producing relatively few OH– (or conjugate acid) ions. This is different from low solubility (how much dissolves) or high concentration (amount present). A base that completely ionizes is a strong base.