Q.

S-I: In an aqueous solution the Van't hoff factor (i) of CH3COOH is (1+α)

S-II: When dissolved in benzene (C6H6) the van't Hoff factor (i) of CH3COOH is (1-α2)

α - degree of dissociation / association)

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a

S-I is false but S-II is correct

b

Both S-I and S-II are correct

c

Both S-I and S-II are false

d

S-I is correct, but S-II is false

answer is A.

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Detailed Solution

In aqueous solution CH3COOH is a weak acid and ionises. Hence i = 1 +  α 

When Dissolved in C6H6 in forms a dimer due to hydrogen bonding and associates. Hence i=1α/2

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