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-I Effect

Consider the ...

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Consider the following carbocations:-
I. II. III. IV.
The stability sequence follows the order:-

IV < I < II < III

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I < II < III < IV

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IV < I < III < II

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IV < II < I < III

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Solution

The correct option is B
I < II < III < IV

The correct option is b).
Due to negative inductive effect, Cl destabilizes the carbocation. Greater the number of Cl atoms, lesser is the stability of the carbocation.

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