Shape of methyl carbanion is

Planar

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Pyramidal

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Terahedral

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Linear

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Solution

The correct option is B Pyramidal
The negatively charged carbon atom in methyl carbanion is $s p^{3}$ hybridised. There are three bond pairs and one lone pair of electrons. Thus, the shape of the methyl carbanion is pyramidal. The structure of methyl carbanion is shown in the image.

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