Which of the Following Statements About an S_N1 Reaction Is

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about an S_N1 reaction is true?

• A) the reaction occurs in one-step
• B) there is no effect on reaction rate by nucleophile
• C) primary alkyl halides react faster than secondary alkyl halides
• D) the reaction proceeds with inversion of stereochemistry
• E) the reaction is favored by aprotic solvents

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