Multiple choice

The substance whose aqueous solution would be a better conductor of electricity than water is

  1. cane sugar

  2. glucose

  3. common salt

  4. ethyl alcohol
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Common salt (NaCl) is an ionic compound that dissociates into ions in water, allowing it to conduct electricity. Sugar, glucose, and ethyl alcohol are covalent compounds that do not dissociate into ions.

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