The product(s)for the following reaction would mainly be dictated by which mechanism? A)S_N1 B)S_N2 C)E1 D)E2 E)None of these choices.

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The product(s) of this reaction would mainly be dictated by the E1 mechanism because it involves the loss of a leaving group to form a carbocation intermediate, followed by deprotonation to form the final product. The other mechanisms listed (SS1, E2) involve the formation of a transition state without a carbocation intermediate and would not be likely to occur under the conditions given.

The Product(s)for the Following Reaction Would Mainly Be Dictated by Which