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KVPY2015ChemistryCarboxylic Acid Derivatives

The correct order of acidity of the following compounds is

Options

  1. A1>2>3
  2. B1>3>2
  3. C3>1>2
  4. 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

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