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The correct order of strengths of the carboxylic acids:
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  1. A
    II > I > III
  2. B
    I > II > III
  3. C
    III > II > I
  4. D
    II > III > I

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The acidic strength of carboxylic acids is increased by the presence of electron-withdrawing groups ( effect) and decreased by electron-donating groups ( effect).Chlorine is an electron-withdrawing atom.In III (), there are two atoms exerting a strong effect.In II (), there is one atom exerting a effect.In I (), the methyl group exerts a small effect, which destabilizes the carboxylate ion.Thus, the correct order is III > II > I.

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The correct order of strengths of the carboxylic acids:
image
A
II > I > III
B
I > II > III
C
III > II > I
D
II > III > I

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