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Which of the following carboxylic acids is most reactive towards esterification?

A

`(CH_(3))_(3)"CC"OOH`

B

`(CH_(3))_(2)CHOOH`

C

`CH_(3)CH_(2)COOH`

D

`(C_(2)H_(5))_(2)CHCOOH`

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The correct Answer is:
C
Bulkier group the site of reaction, slows down esterification reaction.
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