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The strongest acid is...

The strongest acid is

A

`HNO_2`

B

`HNO_3`

C

`H_2 N_2 O_2`

D

`HONS`

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The correct Answer is:
B
Greater the positive oxidation of the central atom of the oxyacid, greater is the acidic strength. Hence `HNO_3` is the strongest acid.
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