Classify these substances as acidic, basic, or neutral:

Vinegar, baking soda, tomato juice, sugar

A. Vinegar - acidic

Baking soda - basic

Tomato juice - acidic

Sugar - neutral

B. Vinegar - basic

Baking soda - neutral

Tomato juice - basic

Sugar - acidic

C. Vinegar - neutral

Baking soda - acidic

Tomato juice - neutral

Sugar - basic

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option A. The correct classification of the substances above would be:

Vinegar - acidic - it is acetic acid so it must be acidic

Baking soda - basic - it is sodium bicarbonate, a chemical with a basic (high) pH

Tomato juice - acidic - this juice contains some organic acids

Sugar - neutral - does not dissociates or contribute H + or OH - ions to a solution