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CBSE 2026 · Region 1 · Set 3 · Q13
Assertion (A): The presence of -OH group in phenols directs the incoming group at ortho- and para- positions. Reason (R): -OH group in phenols…
Assertion (A) : The presence of -OH group in phenols directs the incoming group at ortho- and para- positions.
Reason (R) : -OH group in phenols deactivates the aromatic ring.
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(C)
Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
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