Which functional group is the least reactive as an electrophile as an electrophi

Question

Which functional group is the least reactive as an electrophile as an electrophile in nucleophilic acyl substition reactions (a.k.a nucleophilic addition-elimination reactions)?

A) Esters

B)Carboxylic Acids

C) Amines

D) Acid Chlorides

E)Anhydrides

I am confused on this question because it wants the least reactive one and I am having trouble understanding how to find the answer to this question. Please explain why you chose the answer so I can understand it better for my upcoming exam. Thank you!

Explanation / Answer

B)Carboxylic Acids

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