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In an SN2 reaction mechanism, which of the following factors would most likely lead to an increase in the reaction rate?
- Increasing the stability of the carbocation intermediate.
- Using a stronger nucleophile.
- Increasing the steric hindrance at the electrophilic carbon.
- Using a polar protic solvent such as water.
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