Values of dissociation constant,$K_a$ are given as follows:
Acid$K_a$
$HCN$$6.2 \times 10^{-10}$
$HF$$7.2 \times 10^{-4}$
$HNO_2$$4.0 \times 10^{-4}$

Correct order of increasing base strength of the bases $CN^{-}$,$F^{-}$ and $NO_2^-$ will be:

  • A
    $F^{-} < CN^{-} < NO_2^-$
  • B
    $NO_2^- < CN^{-} < F^{-}$
  • C
    $F^{-} < NO_2^- < CN^{-}$
  • D
    $NO_2^- < F^{-} < CN^{-}$

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