Which isomer reacts more rapidly in an E2 reaction: cis-1-bromo-4-tert-butylcyclohexane or trans-1- bromo-4-tert-butylcyclohexane? Explain your answer.

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Which isomer reacts more rapidly in an E2 reaction: cis-1-bromo-4-tert-butylcyclohexane or trans-1- bromo-4-tert-butylcyclohexane? Explain your answer.

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