$A$ solution of formic acid is half-neutralized by the addition of a $KOH$ solution. If $K_a (HCOOH) = 2 \times 10^{-4}$,what is the $pH$ of the solution? (Given: $\log 2 = 0.3010$)

  • A
    $3.6990$
  • B
    $10.3010$
  • C
    $3.85$
  • D
    $4.3010$

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