Which Diastereomer of 1-Bromo-4-T-Butylcyclohexane, the Cis or the Trans, Undergoes

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Essay

Which diastereomer of 1-bromo-4-t-butylcyclohexane, the cis or the trans, undergoes elimination more rapidly when treated with sodium ethoxide? Explain your answer.

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