Suggest an explanation for why aspirin has a sour taste.

A. It is the acidic nature of aspirin that gives rise to its sour taste.
B. It is the basic nature of aspirin that gives rise to its sour taste.
C. The sour flavor is added to help prevent overdosing.
D. Aspirin is made sour as a mandated child safety feature.


Answer: A

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