Which Alkyl Halide Reacts the Fastest in an E2 Reaction

question 165

Multiple Choice

Which alkyl halide reacts the fastest in an E2 reaction?

• A)2-chloro-2-methylbutane
• B)1-chlorobutane
• C)1-chloro-2-methylbutane
• D)2-chlorobutane
• E)chloromethane

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