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Question

Explain why the bromoalkane (b) shown below participates in an $$S _{N}1 $$reaction at a much lower rate compared to the bromoalkane (a).

Accepted Answer

Because of the instability of a bridgehead carbocation.

Answer

Due to the competing $$S_{N}2 $$reaction.

Answer

Due to the competing elimination reaction.

Answer

Due to the presence of a bad leaving group.

Explain why the bromoalkane (b) shown below participates in an SN1 reaction at a much lower rate compared to the bromoalkane (a).