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Published on: August 13, 2026
In the light of the statements given below choose the correct answer from the options given.
Statement I Reaction between alcohols and HX follows 
mechanism.
Statement II In 
mechanism no intermediate formation takes place.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
Statement I is true but Statement II is false.
Its correct form is:
In 
mechanism carbocation is formed as an intermediate.
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