JEE Main On 16 April 2018 Question 17
Question: The major product of the given reaction is: [JEE Main 16-4-2018]
Options:
A)
B)
C)
D)
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
- The major product of the following reaction is represented by option . Acid chloride is more reactive than aldehyde. Hence, -COCl group will react with phenolic -OH to form ester. This is followed by cyclisation in presence of conc sulfuric acid. Methoxy group is ortho para directing group.