Which of the following statements correctly describes a difference between balancing redox reactions in acidic and basic solutions?

• A. Both acidic and basic solutions require the addition of water molecules.
• B. Basic solutions require the addition of hydroxide ions, while acidic solutions require the addition of protons.
• C. Basic solutions require the addition of electrons, while acidic solutions do not.
• D. Acidic solutions require the addition of hydroxide ions, while basic solutions require the addition of protons.

Answer: (B)