Relative stability of the contributing structures is :

Relative stability of the contributing structures is :
  1. (I) \( > \) (II) \( > \) (III)
  2. (I) \( > \) (III) \( > \) (II)
  3. \(\text { (II) } > \text { (I) } > \text { (III) }\)
  4. \(\text { (III) } > \text { (II) } > \text { (I) }\)

Solution

(1) Neutral structures are more stable than charged ones. Therefore I is more stable than II and III. (2) +ve charge on less electronegative atom is more stable i.e., $\mathrm{C}^{\oplus}$ is more stable than $\mathrm{O}^{\oplus}$ Order is I $>$ III $>$ III

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