The following reaction:
$R - O H + H X \to$

Formation of alkyl halide takes place.

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Formation of alkyl halide takes place through substitution.

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Both (a) and (b)

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Reaction does not take place.

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Solution

The correct option is C Both (a) and (b)
Reaction with Hydrogen Halide:

When alcohols react with a hydrogen halide, a substitution takes place, producing an alkyl halide and water.

$R - O H + H X \to R - X + H_{2} O$

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