How to Determine the Ratio of HX to X- in Solution B?

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In the discussion, the user seeks help determining the moles of HX in Solution B after neutralization with sodium hydroxide. They believe that one third of the original moles, n, remain in Solution B. The task also involves calculating the ratio of HX to its conjugate base X^- in Solution B. To solve this, one must consider that if one third of HX is neutralized, two thirds remain, resulting in a ratio of 2:1 for HX to X^-. Understanding the neutralization process is crucial for accurately determining these values.
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I am a little stuck on this question :

Solution A contains n moles of a weak acid HX. The addition of some sodium hydroxide to A neutralises one third of the HX present to produce Solution B.
In terms of the amount, n how many moles of HX are present in Solution B?
I think there are one third n moles.

It then asks to determine the ratio : ____(HX)_____
(X^-)
in solution B ... I AM TOTALLY STUCK WHAT TO DO HERE!

ANY HELP PLEASE
 
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