Answer:
A. weak acid and its conjugate base
Explanation:
A buffer solution can be made with a weak acid and conjugate base or a weak base and conjugate acid.
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https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Physical_and_Theoretical_Chemistry_Textbook_Maps/Supplemental_Modules_(Physical_and_Theoretical_Chemistry)/Acids_and_Bases/Buffers/Introduction_to_Buffers