why-are-acylation-reactions-not-prone-to-carbocation-rearrangements

Question

Why are acylation reactions not prone to carbocation rearrangements?

Accepted Answer

Because the acylium ion is stable and does not rearrange.

Answer

Because acylation occurs at low temperatures.

Answer

Because acylation uses a different set of reagents.

Answer

Because the acyl group is easily lost during the reaction.