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Which is the stronger acid in the following pair?
`CH_(3)-CH_(2)-COOH and NC-CH_(2)-COOH`

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To determine which acid is stronger between CH₃-CH₂-COOH (propanoic acid) and NC-CH₂-COOH (cyanoacetic acid), we will analyze the effects of the substituents on the acidity of the carboxylic acids. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Acids**: - The first acid is propanoic acid (CH₃-CH₂-COOH). - The second acid is cyanoacetic acid (NC-CH₂-COOH). ...
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