How Can Polyalkylation Be Minimized in Friedel-Crafts Alkylation

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Multiple Choice

How can polyalkylation be minimized in Friedel-Crafts alkylation?

• A)Use a large excess of alkyl halide relative to the aromatic compound.
• B)Use a large excess of benzene relative to the alkyl halide.
• C)Use an alkyl halide without a Lewis acid catalyst.
• D)Use a large excess of the Lewis acid catalyst.

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