Question

The experimentally determined rate equation for the alkaline hydrolysis of $RBr$ is given by:
Rate$=K\left[RBr\right]\left[\stackrel{\ominus }{O}H\right]$
Which of the following statements is inconsistent with these observations?

• A. The reaction is first order with respect to $RBr$
• B. The reaction is second order overall
• C. The reaction process is false
• D. The rate-determining step in bimolecular

Answer 1

The correct option is C The reaction process is false

The statement which inconsistent with the observations is option C. The alkaline hydrolysis of alkyl bromides do take place and it gives corresponding alcohols.