Which option shows the correct increasing order of reactivity of the following compounds with HBr/HCl?
1. I < II < III
2. II <I < III
3. II < III < I
4. III < II < I
Presence of electron withdrawing group decreases the stability of carbocation. In compound (Il) and (Ill) EWG is present at para position
Since, -NO2−NO2 group is a stronger EWG than —Cl. NO2-C6H5 - CH+2CH+2
carbocation will be less stable than Cl— +
C6H5-CH2 carbocation.
Thus, the order of stability of carbocation is
Therefore, compound (Il) is least reactive and correct option is (III).
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