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Which order of the rate of E2 elimination with in ethanol is correct for (same base and temperature)?

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

Answer: D

The rate follows the leaving-group ability, set by C-X bond strength and stability of the departing anion: iodide bromide chloride, and fluoride is by far the worst. So .
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