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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