Species I: p-methoxybenzyl carbocation
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Here are the resonance structures for each species and an explanation of their stability:
Species I: $p$-methoxybenzyl carbocation
The methoxy group ($-\text{OCH}_3$) is an electron-donating group by resonance (+R effect). It is located at the para position relative to the benzylic carbon.
1. Initial structure: Positive charge on the benzylic carbon.
$$
\begin{array}{c}
\text{CH}_2^+ \\
| \\
\text{C}_6\text{H}_4 \\
| \\
\text{OCH}_3
\end{array}
$$
(The positive charge is on the
