What is the first step in an SN1 reaction? Group of answer choices Attack of the nucleophile. Loss of the leaving group. Protonation of the leaving group.

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What is the first step in an SN1 reaction?

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Attack of the nucleophile.
Loss of the leaving group.
Protonation of the leaving group.
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