When SOCl₂ replaces HCl in the reaction, it only produces one product. Explain why.

• A. The reaction happens in basic conditions so the intermediate will have a resonance structure.
• B. The reaction happens in S_N2 substitution instead of S_N1.
• C. The S_N1 reaction produces a stable carbocation intermediate.
• D. The reactant is a secondary alcohol, so that it will undergo E2 elimination.

Answer: (B)