Which of the following alkyl halide would react the fastest with ^-OH in E2 reaction? A)I B)II C)III D)IV

Name: Which of the following alkyl halide would react the fastest with - OH in E2 reaction? A)I B)II C)III D)IV
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Iodine is a better leaving group than the other halogens, and therefore alkyl iodides generally react faster in elimination reactions than other alkyl halides. In addition, ^-OH is a strong base, favoring E2 reactions over other mechanisms like E1 or SN1.

Which of the Following Alkyl Halide Would React the Fastest