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Which of the following it the most stable acid ?

A

`CH_(2)(F) COOH`

B

`CH_(2)(Br) COOH`

C

`CH_(2)(Cl) COOH`

D

`CH_(2)(I) COOH`

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The correct Answer is:
D
Electron withdrawing groups or atoms increase the strength of acid. More the elec tron withdrawing power, more the strength of acid.
In halogens electron withdrawing power is ,
` F gt Cl gt Br Gt I`.
Hence, `CH_(2)ICOOH` is stable acid.
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