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Which of the following shows the correct order of bond length for carbon-carbon bonds?

ASingle > Double > Triple
BTriple > Double > Single
CDouble > Single > Triple
DAll are equal

✓ Correct Answer: ASingle > Double > Triple

Single bonds are the longest and weakest, while triple bonds are the shortest and strongest due to increased electron density between the atoms.

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