For an acid-base indicator,the dissociation constant $K_a = 1.0 \times 10^{-5}$. The indicator is red in acidic form and blue in basic form. What is the $pH$ range required for the color change from $80\%$ red to $80\%$ blue?

  • A
    $4.4$
  • B
    $5.6$
  • C
    $1.2$
  • D
    $3.8$

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