Use the Following Information to Calculate the Solubility Product Constant

Multiple Choice

Use the following information to calculate the solubility product constant, K_sp, for PbCl₂. A saturated solution of PbCl₂ in water was prepared and filtered. From the filtrate, 1.0 L was measured out into a beaker and evaporated to dryness. The solid PbCl₂ residue recovered in the beaker amounted to 0.0162 moles.

A) K_sp = 6.9 × 10^-8
B) K_sp = 4.3 × 10^-6
C) K_sp = 1.7 × 10^-5
D) K_sp = 2.6 × 10^-4
E) K_sp = 3.2 × 10^-2