Williamson synthesis is a method of preparation of:

symmetrical ethers

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unsymmetrical ethers

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diaryl ethers

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both A and B

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Solution

The correct option is D both A and B
Williamson Synthesis is an important laboratory method for the preparation of symmetrical and unsymmetrical ethers.

This reaction involves $S_{N} 2$ attack of an alkoxide $(R O^{-})$ ion on Primary alkyl halide.

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