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Activation of benzene by -NH2 group can ...

Activation of benzene by `-NH_2` group can be reduced by treating the compound with

A

acetic acid

B

acetyl chloride

C

dilute HCl

D

Methyl alcohol

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The correct Answer is:
B
Acetyl chloride converts `-NH_(2)` to `-NHCOCH_(3)` which reduces the activation of benzene ring.
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