Which of the Following Alkenes Is Most Likely to Undergo

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following alkenes is most likely to undergo rearrangement upon acid-catalyzed hydration (treatment with aqueous H₂SO₄) ?

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4

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