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Stability of Carbocation

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Which one of the following species is most stable?

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Solution

The correct option is B B
Nitro-group is electron withdrawing, therefore decrease stability. Methoxy group is electron releasing, therefore increase the stability by donating electron.

Chlorine is also electron withdrawing but its effect is less than $- N O_{2}$ group.

Hence, correct answer is option B.

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