Consider the substitution reaction shown below. By what mechanism will the reaction proceed? A) S_N1 B) S_N2 C) Free radical reaction D) There is not enough information to tell.

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The reaction involves a nucleophilic substitution on a primary alkyl halide. This type of reaction typically follows an SN2 mechanism, hence choice B, which corresponds to the SN2 mechanism, is the best answer.

Consider the Substitution Reaction Shown Below