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Which of the acids given below is the strongest acid?

A

`CH_(2)`FCOOH

B

`CH_(2)` ClCOOH

C

`"CHCl"_(2)` COOH

D

`CHF_(2)` COOH

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To determine which of the given acids is the strongest, we need to analyze the stability of the conjugate bases formed when each acid donates a proton (H⁺). The stability of the conjugate base is crucial because the more stable the conjugate base, the stronger the acid. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Acids**: Let's denote the given acids as follows: - Acid 1: R-COOH (with a specific substituent) - Acid 2: R-COOH (with a different substituent) - Acid 3: R-COOH (with another substituent) ...
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