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Which of the following is the most reactive with HCl in the presence of `ZnCl_(2)`?

A

`(CH_3)_3COH`

B

`(CH_3)_2CHCH_2OH`

C

`(CH_3)_2CHOH`

D

`CH_3OH`

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The correct Answer is:
A
Lucas' reagent is a dehydrating agent . [Lucas' reagent =HCl+anhydrous `ZnCl_2`]
Ease of dehydration follows order `=3^(@) gt 2^(@) gt 1^(@) gt CH_3-OH`
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