which-statement-best-describes-the-mechanism-of-base-catalyzed-alpha-halogentati

Question

Which statement best describes the mechanism of base-catalyzed alpha-halogentation?

Accepted Answer

Enolate formation followed by halogen attack.

Answer

Hydrogen addition followed by enolate formation.

Answer

Direct halogen addition without enolate formation.

Answer

Carbocation formation followed by halogen attack.