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'C-C' bond length in benzene lies between single and double bond. The reason is

A

Resonance

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Resonance

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C

Metamerism

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Inductive effect

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Solution

The correct option is A
Resonance

Due to delocalisation of $^{π}$ electrons benzene has resonance.

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