Why is $HCl$ a stronger acid than acetic acid?

  • A
    $HCl$ is a strong electrolyte while acetic acid is a weak electrolyte.
  • B
    $HCl$ is a mineral acid while acetic acid is an organic acid.
  • C
    $HCl$ dissociates completely in water,whereas acetic acid dissociates only partially.
  • D
    All of the above.

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