What Is the PK_a of the Carboxylic Acids Present in the Following

question 39

Multiple Choice

What is the pK_a of the carboxylic acids present in the following compounds in the given order:

• A)10.1; 2.32; 4.45
• B)2.32; 2.32; 5.00
• C)4.45; 3.22; 4.75
• D)2.32; 4.50; 4.75
• E)3.47; 2.32; 4.45

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