What Is the Intermediate in the Hofmann Elimination, in Which $\circ$

question 64

Multiple Choice

What is the intermediate in the Hofmann elimination, in which a 1 ^$\circ$ or 2 ^$\circ$ alkyl halide is treated with trimethyl amine, followed by addition of silver(I) oxide and heat?

• A)a tetraalkylammonium hydroxide salt
• B)a tertiary amine
• C)a 3^\(\circ\) carbocation
• D)an amine oxide

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