Which of the Following Will Alkylate a Lithium Enolate Most

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following will alkylate a lithium enolate most rapidly?

• A) methyl bromide
• B) isopropyl bromide
• C) neopentyl bromide
• D) bromobenzene
• E) 2-methylbromobenzene

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