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In acidic medium, the hydroxyl group of the tertiary alcohol can be protonated, making it easier to lose a proton and form a carbocation intermediate, which is more stable due to hyperconjugation. This facilitates the oxidation process compared to in neutral or alkaline medium where the hydroxyl group is not protonated and the carbocation intermediate is less stable.

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