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Carboxylic Acids Acidic Character and Inductive Effect

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The correct decreasing order of acid strength is:

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Correct Answer: A) FCH₂COOH > ClCH₂COOH > BrCH₂COOH

Concept Explanation

The −I effect follows F > Cl > Br, so stabilization of the carboxylate ion and acid strength follow the same order.

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