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Which of the following characteristics would be preferred for a better resonance structure? Select the correct answer below: minimal formal charges maximized bond strength negative formal charges on the most electronegative atom all of the above

Which of the following characteristics would be preferred for a better resonance structure? Select the correct answer below: minimal formal charges maximized bond strength negative formal charges on the most electronegative atom all of the above

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Which of the following characteristics would be preferred for a better resonance structure?
Select the correct answer below:
minimal formal charges
maximized bond strength
negative formal charges on the most electronegative atom
all of the above

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