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Arrange the following carbocations in decreasing order of stability.
Arrange the following carbocations in decreasing order of stability.
Updated On: Mar 21, 2026
- A > C > B
- A > B > C
- B > A > C
- C > A > B
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Correct decreasing order of stability is
\(B > A > C\)
Hence, the correct option is (C): \(B > A > C\)
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