JEE Main Chemistry question

Which of the following is the best method of making *iso*-propylmethyl ether?

(A)
(B)Correct
(C)
(D)(CH_3)_2CHCl + CH_3OH \rightarrow

Answer: (B)

Solution

The best Williamson synthesis uses the less-hindered alkyl halide (methyl, which readily undergoes without competing elimination) together with the more hindered alkoxide (isopropoxide); using a

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