Question

Which of the following statement is true as they relate to the electrophilic addition to an alkene?

• A. The rate determining step involves conversion of an alkene to a carbocation
• B. A larger activation energy results if the transition state is higher in energy and the reactant energy remain constant
• C. A larger activation energy results if the transition state energy remains constant and the reactant is higher in energy
• D. All the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All the above

All the given statements are true as related to electrophilic addition reaction to an alkene, as seen in the reaction above.