Lowest priority atom is always away from the viewer. Priority is seen on the basis of atomic number and if atomic numbers are same then on the basis of second or third bond in above figure priority order group or atom is −Br>−Cl>−CH3>H and in it rotation is clockwise. So it shows R-configuration. 
The chirality of the compound NEET 2005 Chemistry, General Organic Chemistry — question figure
NEET UG 2005 — Chemistry Organic Chemistry
The chirality of the compound 
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- A
R
- B
S
- C
E
- D
Z
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