QuestionReaction mechanism / neighbouring group participation
Which of the following substrates will be more reactive in solvolysis conditions using formic acid in Pair X and Pair Y respectively?

- (a) I and III
- (b) I and IV
- (c) II and III
- (d) II and IV
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