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Question

If a benzene derivative has a nitro group, which position is likely the major product in an EAS reaction?

Accepted Answer

Meta position due to electron-withdrawing effect

Answer

Para position due to steric hindrance

Answer

Ortho position due to electron donation

Answer

None, the ring is deactivated