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In benzene C₆H₆, each C is:

Asp³
Bsp³d
Csp²
Dsp
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. sp²
Each carbon in benzene forms 3 σ bonds (to 2 C and 1 H) + 1 π in delocalized system. So 3 hybrid orbitals → sp². Bond angle 120°, planar.
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