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Which of the following is most acidic?

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Electron-withdrawing groups increase acidity by stabilizing the conjugate base through resonance (-M effect) and inductive (-I effect).
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The Correct Option is D

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p-Chlorophenol is the most acidic because: - The Cl group is an electron-withdrawing group (-I effect), which stabilizes the conjugate base. - This increases the acidity compared to normal phenol and other alcohols.
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