Geo-Scientist Prelims 2022 Chemistry Q98: Which of the following statements are true about the kinetics of E1…

Which of the following statements are true about the kinetics of E1 reaction of an alkyl halide in presence of base?

1. The rate of E1 reaction doubles by doubling the concentration of the alkyl halide.
2. The rate of E1 reaction doubles by doubling the concentration of the base.
3. The rate of E1 reaction decreases by changing the alkyl halide from (CH₃)₃CBr to CH₃CH₂CH₂Br.
4. The rate of E1 reaction increases by changing the solvent from DMSO to CH₃OH.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

1. (a) 1, 2 and 3
2. (b) 2, 3 and 4
3. (c) 1, 3 and 4
4. (d) 1 and 2 only