Which of the Following Alkyl Halides Yields the Most Stable

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following alkyl halides yields the most stable carbocation intermediate during solvolysis in hot ethanol?

• A) methyl iodide
• B) (S)-2-bromopentane
• C) (R)-2-bromopentane
• D) (S)-3-bromopent-1-ene
• E) 1-chlorobutane

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