Which Sequence Correctly Lists the Following Structures in Order of Increasing

question 100

Multiple Choice

Which sequence correctly lists the following structures in order of increasing rate of hydrolysis to a carboxylic acid under basic conditions?

• A) 1 < 2 < 3
• B) 2 < 3 < 1
• C) 3 < 1 < 2
• D) 3 < 2 < 1
• E) 2 < 1 < 3

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