Which statement best explains why sulfonate esters can be better leaving groups than alkyl halides?

• A. Sulfonate esters are resonance stabilized, whereas alkyl halides are not.
• B. Sulfonate esters are more acidic than alkyl halides.
• C. Alkyl halides are more volatile, making them unstable.
• D. Alkyl halides have higher boiling points.

Answer: (A)