Determine the number of statements that are correct regarding the Inductive Effect and stability: 1. The effect stabilizes carbanions. 2. The effect stabilizes carbocations. 3. The effect increases ac

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Determine the number of statements that are correct regarding the Inductive Effect and stability: 1. The $-I$ effect stabilizes carbanions. 2. The $+I$ effect stabilizes carbocations. 3. The $-I$ effect increases acidic strength. 4. Distance plays a minimal role in the inductive effect. 5. The $+I$ effect increases basic strength.

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: 4. Statements 1, 2, 3, and 5 are completely correct based on core intermediate stability rules. Statement 4 is false; distance is the most critical factor (Priority 1 in the DNP rule) when evaluating the inductive effect across a carbon chain.

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