What Type of Reactive Intermediate Is Formed in the Reaction

question 26

Multiple Choice

What type of reactive intermediate is formed in the reaction of 2-methyl-2-hexanol with HBr to give 2-bromo-2-methylhexane?

• A) an alkoxide
• B) a tertiary cation
• C) a tertiary radical
• D) a tertiary anion

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