To solve this problem, we need to understand the concept of electron pair repulsions in a molecule.$\\$According to VSEPR (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion) theory, the repulsions between electron pairs around a central atom determine the geometry of the molecule.$\\$There are three types of electron pair interactions to consider:$\\$• Lone pair – lone pair (LP-LP)$\\$• Lone pair – bond pair (LP-BP)$\\$• Bond pair – bond pair (BP-BP)$\\$The order of repulsion strength is determined by the amount of space each type of pair occupies.$\\$Lone pairs occupy more space than bond pairs because they are not shared between atoms, leading to greater repulsion.$\\$The general order of repulsion strength is:$\\$1. Lone pair – lone pair (LP-LP) repulsions are the strongest.$\\$2. Lone pair – bond pair (LP-BP) repulsions are intermediate.$\\$3. Bond pair – bond pair (BP-BP) repulsions are the weakest.$\\$Therefore, the correct order of repulsions is:$\\$Lone pair – lone pair > lone pair – bond pair > bond pair – bond pair.$\\$This corresponds to Option 1.