Which of the Following Alkenes Is the Major Product When

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following alkenes is the major product when 2-bromo-2-methylpentane is treated with potassium tert-butoxide in tert-butanol?

• A) 2-methylpent-1-ene
• B) 2-methylpent-2-ene
• C) (E)-4-methylpent-2-ene
• D) (Z)-4-methylpent-2-ene
• E) 4-methylpent-1-ene

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