Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Reaction

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the reaction of tert-butyl bromide with water?

• A) the rate is proportional to the concentration of tert-butyl bromide
• B) the rate is proportional to the concentration of water
• C) the rate is independent of the identity of the solvent
• D) the rate of the reaction is independent of the temperature

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