Alcohols Phenols And Ethers Ques 34

34. The correct order of acidic strength for following compounds will be

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(a) III $>$ I $>$ II

(b) I $>$ III $>$ II

(c) II $>$ III $>$ I

(d) I $>$ II $>$ III

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 34.(ad)

Solution:

(a) Electron releasing group $(-CH_3)$ decreases acidity while electron withdrawing group $(-NO_2)$ increases acidity.