Which of the following options is true when an electrolyte solution is diluted?

  • A
    both $\Lambda_m$ and $\kappa$ increase
  • B
    both $\Lambda_m$ and $\kappa$ decrease
  • C
    $\Lambda_m$ increases and $\kappa$ decreases
  • D
    $\Lambda_m$ decreases and $\kappa$ increases

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