A: - In Anisole, the – OCH₃ group is an ortho, para – directing group
R: - OCH₃ group in Anisole shows – I, + M effects where + M effect dominates – I effect

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Anisole shows both +M and -I effects where +M is more dominating over -I effect. It increases the electron density on the ring and make it more reactive towards electrophilic substitution reaction.

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