Which Alkyl Halide Would You Expect to React Most Slowly

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which alkyl halide would you expect to react most slowly when heated in aqueous solution?

• A) (CH₃)₃C-F
• B) (CH₃)₃C-Cl
• C) (CH₃)₃C-Br
• D) (CH₃)₃C-I
• E) They would all react at the same rate.

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