Which of the Following Concepts Explains Markovnikov's Rule as Applied

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following concepts explains Markovnikov's rule as applied to the addition of HBr to propene?

• A) the relative stability of carbocations
• B) the nucleophilicity of bromide anion
• C) the acidity of HBr
• D) the aufbau principle

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