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Which one of the following is the strongest acid ?

A

Cl₂CH COOH

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B

ClCH₂ COOH

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C

Cl₃CCOOH

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D

CH₃ COOH

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Solution

The correct option is A
Cl₂CH COOH

Cl₃CCOOH

Cl shows -I effect and thus stabilize the negative charge on carboxylate anion.

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