Problem: Which compound will be the organic product after the following two steps?
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We’re being asked to draw the product for the given reaction sequence.
Recall that ethers can be formed via Williamson ether synthesis:
This follows an SN2 mechanism so only methyl and 1˚ alkyl halides will undergo this reaction.
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Which compound will be the organic product after the following two steps?
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