For two acids $A$ and $B$,$pK_a$ values are $1.2$ and $2.8$ respectively. Which of the following statements is true?

  • A
    $A$ and $B$ are equally acidic
  • B
    $A$ is stronger than $B$
  • C
    $B$ is stronger than $A$
  • D
    Neither $A$ nor $B$ is strong

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