The specific rotation of (S)-2-iodobutane is +15.90°. Determine the percentage composition of a mixture of (R)- and (S)-2-iodobutane with a specific rotation of -7.95°

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The specific rotation of (S)-2-iodobutane is +15.90°. Determine the percentage composition of a mixture of (R)- and (S)-2-iodobutane with a specific rotation of -7.95°

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