Solved: Methyl p-nitrobenzoate has been found to undergo saponification faster than

Chapter 0, Problem 21-58

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Methyl p-nitrobenzoate has been found to undergo saponification faster than methyl benzoate. (a) Consider the mechanism of saponification, and explain the reasons for this rate enhancement. (b) Would you expect methyl p-methoxybenzoate to undergo saponification faster or slower than methyl benzoate?

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