The correct order of reactivity of following alcohols towards conc. HCl/ZnCl2 is?
A
I > II > III > IV
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B
I > III > II > IV
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C
III > II > I > IV
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D
IV > III > I > II
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Solution
The correct option is C III > II > I > IV In reaction of alcohol with HCl/ZnCl2 carbocation intermediate get form electron withdrawing group decreases reactivity,as it will establish the carbocation soorder will be,(III)>(II)>(I)>(IV).