JEE Main 2019 — Hydrocarbons Question with Solution
JEE Main 2019 (10 Jan Shift 1)
Question
The major product of the following reaction is:
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Show full solutionCorrect option: C
Step-by-step explanation
Addition of alc. to haloalkanes follows the Saytzeff rule which points towards greater stability. Saytzeff's rule implies that elimination reactions favour formation of alkene with greater number of substituents.
Not only that, but it also gives the molecule an extended conjugate system which further enhances its stability.
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