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Published on: August 12, 2026
Which compound among the following is most reactive towards electrophilic reagents?
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
The most reactive towards electrophilic reagent is 
-cresol.
The phenolic 
group increases the electron density on benzene ring through resonance. Hence, the reactivity towards electrophilic reagent increases.
Note: The decreasing order of activating influence of substituents towards electrophilic reagent is 
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