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Phenol is less acidic than...

Phenol is less acidic than

A

Ethanol

B

`o`-notrophenol

C

Methanol

D

`p`-Methylphenol

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The correct Answer is:
B

Nitro group is electron withdrawing. Hence, increases acidic nature.
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