Q. The reaction
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Which of the following compounds will be formed?

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Solution:

When conc. or reacts with ether, the corresponding alcohol and iodide is formed. When there is a case of mixed ethers the halogen atom attaches to the smaller alkyl group, due to steric effect.

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