Which of the following carbocations is most stable?

 

Option 1 - <p>A</p>
Option 2 - <p>B</p>
Option 3 - <p>C</p>
Option 4 - <p>D</p>
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Correct Option - 2
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In this carbocation +M effect of -OCH3 group stabilizes the carbocation.

While in option (A) and (B), +M of -OCH3 will not work but in option (C), +M of -OCH3 works so due to more delocalization in option (D), it is more stable.

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