Which of the following is correct with respect to effect of the substituents? ()

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Which of the following is correct with respect to  effect of the substituents? ()

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🧠 The Electronegativity Order
The Inductive effect () is purely about the "pull" of electrons through sigma bonds. This pull is directly proportional to the electronegativity of the atom attached to the carbon chain.

🗺️ The Atomic Tug-of-War
1. The Atoms: We are comparing Nitrogen ( in ), Oxygen ( in ), and Fluorine ().
2. Electronegativity Trend: Across the period, electronegativity increases as: 
   
3. The Result: 
   - Fluorine pulls the hardest (highest ).
   - Oxygen is in the middle.

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