Identify the correct statements :
The presence of $-\mathrm{NO}_2$ group in benzene ring
A. activate

Question

Identify the correct statements :
The presence of $-\mathrm{NO}_2$ group in benzene ring
A. activates the ring towards electrophilic substitutions.
B. deactivates the ring towards electrophilic substitutions.
C. activates the ring towards nucleophilic substitutions.
D. deactivates the ring towards nucleophilic substitutions.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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