KVPY2015ChemistryCarboxylic Acid Derivatives
The correct order of acidity of the following compounds is
Options
- A1>2>3
- B1>3>2
- C3>1>2
- D3>2>1
Correct answer
C. 3>1>2
Step-by-step solution
(B) OCH ₃ exerts + M effect destabilizes the conjugate base of the acid. (C) NO ₂ exerts - M effect and stabilizes the conjugate base of the acid