Which of the Following Statements Applies to the E2 Mechanism

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements applies to the E2 mechanism?

• A) It occurs with inversion of stereochemistry.
• B) It occurs with racemization of stereochemistry.
• C) It proceeds through the more stable carbocation intermediate.
• D) The C-H and C-X bonds that break must be anti.
• E) Use of a bulky base gives the more highly substituted alkene product.

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