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Which of the following is an appropriate set of reactants for the preparation of 1-methoxy-4-nitrobenzene and why?

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SOLUTION :It is an example of Williamson.s reaction. It follows `S_(N)^(2)` mechanism where the phenoxide ion attacks the halide. The reaction will take place easily if there is least STERIC hindrance. THEREFORE, set (ii) of the REACTANTS is appropriate for the preparation of 1-methoxy-4-nitrobenzene.


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