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What is the relation between the acidic strength of A and B?(a) A = B(b) A > B(c) A < B(d) A >> BThe question was asked in homework.The query is from Carboxylic Acids Chemical Reactions in division Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids of Chemistry – Class 12

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Correct option is (c) A < B

The BEST explanation: Compound A has a METHOXY group (electron donating) and compound B has nitro group (electron withdrawing). In simple terms, the electron withdrawing groups stabilise the carboxylate ION and STRENGTHEN the acid, whereas electron DONATION groups weaken the acid.



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