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Reaction of methyl bromide with aqueous sodium hydroxide involves (KCET 2010)

A.racemisation
B.SN1 mechanism
C.retention of configuration
D.SN2 mechanism✓ Correct
Explanation

Since the reaction depends upon the concentration of both reactant and nucleophile, it follows SN2 mechanism. It involves inversion of configuration.

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