20 mL of an aqueous solution of 0.10 M butyric acid are shaken with 10 mL of ether. After the layers are separated, it is determined by titration that 0.5 mmole of butyric acid remains in the aqueous layer.  What is the distribution ratio, and what is the percent extracted?

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20 mL of an aqueous solution of 0.10 M butyric acid are shaken with 10 mL of ether. After the layers are separated, it is determined by titration that 0.5 mmole of butyric acid remains in the aqueous layer.  What is the distribution ratio, and what is the percent extracted?

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