Which of the Following Acids Would Have the Smallest Value

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following acids would have the smallest value for pK_a1?

• A)HOOCCH₂CH₂CH₂CH₂CH₂COOH
• B)HOOCCH₂CH₂CH₂CH₂COOH
• C)HOOCCH₂CH₂CH₂COOH
• D)HOOCCH₂CH₂COOH
• E)HOOCCH₂COOH

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