If the Conversion of a to B Is Slow and B

question 13

Multiple Choice

If the conversion of A to B is slow and B to C is fast, what is the rate equation for this reaction?

• A) Rate = k[(CH₃)₂CHCl][H₂O]
• B) Rate = k[(CH₃)₂CHCl]
• C) Rate = k[(CH₃)₂CH]⁺[H₂O]
• D) Rate = k[(CH₃)₂CH]⁺

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