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Q. Assertion : $sp^{3}$ hybrid carbon atom is more electronegative than $sp$ hybrid carbon atom.
Reason : $sp^{3}$ hybrid orbitals are more closer to the nucleus.

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Solution:

greater $s$ character of an orbital means it is more closer to the nucleus and it is more electronegative. Hence, $sp$ hybrid carbon atom is more electronegative.