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The formal positive charge on nitrogen of nitro group makes it a strong :

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Electron withdrawing group

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Acid

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Both a and b

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None of above

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Solution

The correct option is A Electron withdrawing group
The formal positive charge on nitrogen of nitro group makes it a strong electron withdrawing group and exerts a strong pull on neighboring electrons.

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