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Which of the following alkoxides is the most reactive nucleophile?A. `CH_(3)O^(-)`B. `C_(6)H_(5)O^(-)`C. `(CH_(3))_(2)CHO^(-)`D. `(CH_(3))_(3)CO^(-)`

Answer» Correct Answer - A
During nucleophilic attack, the nucleophile must approach the carbon atom of the substrate. `CH_(3)O^(-)`, being least stericaly hindered, is the most reactive nucleophile.


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