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When optically active halide is attacked by `CN^(-)`, the product obtained is a racemic mixture. Hence, the halide should be

A

Primary

B

Secondary

C

Tertiary

D

None of the above

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C
Racemic mixture is obtained in `SN^1` which is favoured by `3^@` alkyl halide .
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