The correct order of the relative stability of the following carbanions is:
$I$. $HC \equiv C^{-}$
$II$. $CH_2=CH-CH_2^{-}$
$III$. $H_2C=CH^{-}$
$IV$. $(C_6H_5)_2CH^{-}$

  • A
    $I > IV > II > III$
  • B
    $III > IV > I > II$
  • C
    $IV > II > I > III$
  • D
    $IV > I > II > III$

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