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Q.Alkyl halides react with KCNKCN to give mainly alkyl cyanides, while with AgCNAgCN they give isocyanides. This is because:

a
KCNKCN is ionic while AgCNAgCN is covalent
b
AgCNAgCN is ionic while KCNKCN is covalent
c
Nitrogen is more electronegative than carbon
d
Carbon is more electronegative than nitrogen

Correct Answer: Option A

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