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What does a blood sample with a pH of 3 indicate?

  • A. It is strongly acidic.
  • B. It is strongly basic.
  • C. It is weakly acidic.
  • D. It is weakly basic.
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A blood pH of 3 is significantly low, indicating a strong acidity level. The normal blood pH range is 7.35 to 7.45; therefore, a pH of 3 is far below the normal range, showing a highly acidic condition in the blood sample. Choice B is incorrect because a pH of 3 is not basic at all. Choice C is incorrect as a pH of 3 is not weakly acidic but strongly acidic. Choice D is wrong as a blood pH of 3 does not indicate a weakly basic condition.