The electrophile involved in the above reaction is

Among the following the one that gives positives iodoform test upon reaction with $${I_2}$$ and $$NaOH$$ is

The correct order of increasing acid strength of the compounds

A metal, $$M$$ forms chlorides in its $$+2$$ and $$+4$$ oxidation states. Which of the following statements about these chlorides is correct?