$K_{a}$ values for acids $H_{2}SO_{3}$,$HNO_{2}$,$CH_{3}COOH$ and $HCN$ are respectively $1.3 \times 10^{-2}$,$4 \times 10^{-4}$,$1.8 \times 10^{-5}$ and $4 \times 10^{-10}$. Which of the above acids produces a stronger conjugate base in aqueous solution?

  • A
    $H_{2}SO_{3}$
  • B
    $HNO_{2}$
  • C
    $CH_{3}COOH$
  • D
    $HCN$

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