JEE Main On 8 April 2017 Question 12

Question: The major product expected from the following reaction is : [JEE Online 08-04-2017]

Options:

A)

B)

C)

D)

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

  • The major product expected from the reaction is represented by option (C). $−COOH$ group reacts with $−CH_2-OH$ group to form $−COO−CH_2−$, a cyclic ester.HCl(g) acts as catalyst.