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Which of the following orders is true regarding the acidic nature

A

formic acid `gt ` acetic acid `gt ` propionic acid

B

formic acid `lt` acetic acid `gt` propionic acid

C

formic acid `lt` acetic acid `lt` propionic acid

D

formic acid = acetic acid = propionic acid

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The correct Answer is:
A
Formic acid is strongly acidic amongst carboxylic acid is leaving of `H^(+)` from -COOH group is easy.
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