Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Hydroxyl

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the hydroxyl functional groups in 2-methyl-1,2-propanediol?

• A) One hydroxyl group is bonded to a 1° carbon, and the other hydroxyl group is bonded to a 2° carbon.
• B) One hydroxyl group is bonded to a 1° carbon, and the other hydroxyl group is bonded to a 3° carbon.
• C) Both the hydroxyl groups are bonded to a 1° carbon each.
• D) Neither of the hydroxyl groups is bonded to a 1° carbon.

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