Which Sequence Correctly Ranks the Following Protons in Order of Increasing

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which sequence correctly ranks the following protons in order of increasing pK_a value?

• A) 3<1<2
• B) 2<1<3
• C) 3<2<1
• D) 1<3<2

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