Aspirin is acetyl salicylic acid and can therefore pose a problem to people who have ulcers.Bufferin uses a buffer to neutralize this effect by A) substituting another ingredient for the acetyl salicylic acid. B) adding a drug to stimulate the immune system. C) adding salts to neutralize the acid. D) adding an equal amount of hydroxide (OH^-) ions. E) adding chemicals that take up excess hydrogen (H⁺) ions.

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Bufferin contains a buffering system to bind the excess H⁺ from the aspirin (acetyl salicylic acid). This would not be a salt; salts form when acids and bases react.

Aspirin Is Acetyl Salicylic Acid and Can Therefore Pose a Problem