Rank the following substances from strongest acid (1) to weakest acid (3): benzoic…

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Problem

Rank the following substances from strongest acid (1) to weakest acid (3): benzoic acid (C₆H₅COOH), phenol (C₆H₅OH), and cyclohexanol (C₆H₁₁OH). Provide the ranking only.

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