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7. Substitution Reactions

7. Substitution Reactions

7. Substitution Reactions / Substitution Comparison / Problem 13

Which of the substitution reactions below occurs at a faster rate? Why?

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

Reaction (i) occurs at a faster rate because it involves a less sterically hindered nucleophile.

B

Reaction (ii) occurs at a faster rate because it involves a more stable intermediate.

C

Reactions (i) and (ii) occur at the same rate because they both involve a 3° alkyl halide.

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