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Which is the correct order of basic strength of methylamines in aqueous solution?

  1. A > >
  2. B > >
  3. C > >
  4. D > >

Answer: C

In aqueous solution the standard order for methylamines is secondary > primary > tertiary: the effect raises basicity from 1 degree to 2 degree, but the tertiary ammonium ion is poorly solvated (fewer N-H bonds for H-bonding) and sterically crowded, so falls below .
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