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  4. Which of the following is the most stable cation?

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Q. Which of the following is the most stable cation?

J & K CETJ & K CET 2004

Solution:

Due to the presence of three methyl group $+Z$ inductive effect increases and the stability of carbocation also increases. The stability order of carbocation is: Tertiary $>$ Secondary $>$ Primary