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Attaching more +I groups to a molecule generally
AMakes it electron deficient
BIncreases its basicity
CIncreases its acidity
DLowers its electron density
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Increases its basicity
Electron-releasing groups raise the electron density on the molecule, making it better at donating electrons, which means more basic.
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