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Which of the following substituents increases the basic strength of substituted aniline?
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Options:
  • A -NO2 (nitro group)
  • B -OCH3 (methoxy group)
  • C -SO3H (sulfonic acid group)
  • D -COOH (carboxylic acid group)
Solution:
2461 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: -OCH3 (methoxy group)
Electron-releasing groups like -OCH3 increase the basic strength of substituted aniline, while electron-withdrawing groups like -NO2 decrease it.

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