Which of the Following Is Not a Meta-Directing Substituent When $\equiv$

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a meta-directing substituent when present on the benzene ring?

• A)-N=O
• B)-NO₂
• C)-N(CH₃)₃⁺
• D)-C\(\equiv\)N
• E)-CO₂H

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