Haloalkanes and Haloarenes

Given below are two statements : In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

1. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

Answer

(2) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct

Solution

Statement I:

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+M effect of O stabilises the cation SN1 although primary: correct.

Statement II (neopentyl chloride):

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three CH3 groups block the backside attack SN2 very slow: correct.

Both statements are correct.

Answer: (2)