Which one of the following reactions would produce t-butyl methyl ether in high yield? A) CH₃ONa + (CH₃)₃CBr B) CH₃OH + (CH₃)₃COH in the presence of H₂SO₄ at 140°C C) CH₃Cl + (CH₃)₃CBr in the presence of NaOH D) (CH₃)₃CONa + CH₃Br

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The reaction with the highest yield of t-butyl methyl ether would occur by using (CH3)3CO- Na+ as the nucleophile and CH3Br as the electrophile, forming t-butyl methyl ether as the product. This reaction is an example of an Williamson ether synthesis and provides the best yield of product. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

Which One of the Following Reactions Would Produce T-Butyl Methyl