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Correct Answer: A) Terminal carbon atoms are sp hybridized.

Concept Explanation

The terminal hydrogen of an alkyne is attached to an sp-hybridized carbon. Its 50% s-character stabilizes the conjugate base and makes the hydrogen relatively acidic.