Using the data in the table, which of the conjugate bases below is the weakest base?

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The strength of a conjugate base is determined by the stability of the corresponding acid. In this case, the acids are the compounds in the first column of the table. The stronger the acid, the weaker its conjugate base. Since the acid corresponding to F^- is the strongest among the given compounds (as evidenced by its low pKa value), its conjugate base must be the weakest base among the given compounds. Therefore, option D, F^-, is the correct answer.

Using the Data in the Table, Which of the Conjugate