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Question

Which of the following carbocations is expected to be most stable?

A

Structure (1)

B

Structure (2)

C

Structure (3)

D

Structure (4)

Step-by-Step Solution

The NO2-NO_2 group exhibits I-I effect, which decreases with an increase in distance. In option (1), the positive charge present on the C-atom is at the maximum distance from the NO2-NO_2 group, so the I-I effect reaching it is minimum, and stability is maximum.

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