Question

of the isomeric C5H11+ carbocations which one is the most stable?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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CH3-C-CH3
|
CH2
|
CH3

Answer 3

Methyl groups are electron-donating, so the more CH3 groups attached to the +ve carbon, the more stable the carbocation becomes.