In Williamson synthesis of mixed ether having a primary and a tertiary alkyl group,if a tertiary halide is used,then:

  • A
    Rate of reaction will be slow due to slow cleavage of carbon-halogen bond.
  • B
    Alkene will be the main product.
  • C
    Simple ether will form instead of mixed ether.
  • D
    Expected mixed ether will be formed.

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