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The follourng reaction was run CtH3 ? cu3-e.OH CH CH reachim n completm, the pro

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Question

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Explanation / Answer

(1) (CH3)3COH and  (CH3)3COCH3 (This an example of solvolysis).

(2)  (CH3)3COCH3 is major product. CH3OH is a better nucleophile than H2O.

(3) 5:3.39 is the major : minor ratio.