Problem: Identify the major and minor product for each of the following E2 reactions.
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- bulky base: t-ButOK→ major product: Hoffman (less substituted product)
- α-C is attached to ethyl groups (same)
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Identify the major and minor product for each of the following E2 reactions.
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