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Which of the following is the correct method for synthesising methyl-t-butyl ether and why ?
i. `(CH_(3))_(3)CBr+NaOMe rarr`
ii. `CH_(3)Br+NaO-t-Bu rarr`

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To determine the correct method for synthesizing methyl-t-butyl ether, we need to analyze both methods provided in the question. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Reactants in Each Method:** - **Method i:** `(CH₃)₃CBr + NaOMe` - Here, `(CH₃)₃CBr` is a tertiary alkyl halide (tert-butyl bromide) and `NaOMe` is sodium methoxide. - **Method ii:** `CH₃Br + NaO-t-Bu` ...
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