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Which of the following reactions is most likely to produce a hydrocarbon in high yield with ease?

1. RCOOK subjected to electrolytic oxidation
2. RCOO−Ag+ treated with Br2
3. CH3CH3 treated with Cl2 in the presence of hν
4. (CH3)3CCl treated with C2H5OH

Correct answer: RCOOK subjected to electrolytic oxidation

Solution

Electrolytic oxidation of RCOOK typically leads to the decarboxylation of the carboxylate, resulting in the formation of a hydrocarbon in high yield, as the process effectively removes the carboxyl group.

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