JEE Main 12 Jan 2019 Evening Question 16

Question: The major product of the following reaction is [JEE Main Online Paper Held On 12-Jan-2019 Evening]

Options:

A)

B)

C)

D)

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

  • It is a simple case of Markownikoff addition. The reaction proceeds as: The structure of options given may confuse an aspirant with ring expansion but that is seen as the minor product only [Due to the formation of a 3° stable carbocation in the process] the major product is:-