Which Statement or Statements Is/are True for an E1 Reaction

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which statement or statements is/are true for an E1 reaction?
I. The rate limiting step of the reaction involves only the alkyl halide.
II. The rate limiting step of the reaction involves the alkyl halide and the base.
III. There is an intermediate carbocation.
IV. The order of reactivity is 1°>2°>3°.

• A) I, III
• B) II
• C) I, III, IV
• D) II, IV

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