Which of the following salts produces a basic solution (pH > 7) when dissolved in water due to hydrolysis?

  1. NH₄Cl
  2. KCl
  3. CH₃COONa
  4. Na₂SO₄

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Sodium acetate (CH₃COONa) is a salt of a weak acid and a strong base. The acetate ion hydrolyzes to produce OH⁻ ions, making the solution basic.
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