An endergonic S_N2 reaction will have a have a higher energy of activation ($\Delta$G^‡)than an exergonic S_N2 reaction.

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This statement is true because an endergonic reaction requires energy to be put into the system in order for the reaction to occur. The higher energy of activation reflects the amount of energy required for the reaction to proceed. On the other hand, an exergonic reaction releases energy and therefore has a lower energy of activation.

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