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Arrange the following alcohols in increasing order of their reactivity towards reaction with HCl:
(1) CH₃CH₂OH,
(2) (CH₃)₂CHOH,
(3) (CH₃)₃COH
Arrange the following alcohols in increasing order of their reactivity towards reaction with HCl:
(1) CH₃CH₂OH,
(2) (CH₃)₂CHOH,
(3) (CH₃)₃COH
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Higher carbocation stability means faster reaction with HX.
Updated On: Mar 20, 2026
- \(1<2<3\)
- \(2<1<3\)
- \(3<1<2\)
- 2<3<1
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The Correct Option is A
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