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Which of the following is most reactive towards SN₁ substitution?

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(CH₃)2CHCH₂C(CH₃)2Cl Correct CH₃CH₂CH₂Cl CH₃CHClCH₂CH₃ CH₃CH₂CH₂CH₂Cl

SN₁ reactivity increases with carbocation stability. (CH₃)2CHCH₂C(CH₃)2Cl forms a tertiary carbocation, making it most reactive.

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