Chapter 8.3, Problem 8.14P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The compound $\left(\text{HCN}\left(\text{or}\right){\text{C}}_{\text{3}}{\text{H}}_{\text{6}}{\text{O}}_{\text{3}}\right)$ that forms stronger conjugate base has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Conjugate base:  A conjugate base is the product formed by a loss of proton from an acid.  The conjugate base of the acid A will be ${\text{A}}^{\text{-}}\text{.}$