The Markovnikov Product Resulting from an Addition Reaction to an Unsymmetrical

question 40

Multiple Choice

The Markovnikov product resulting from an addition reaction to an unsymmetrical alkene is formed because _____________.

• A) the product is statistically favored
• B) steric hindrance favors its formation
• C) the reaction proceeds via the more/most stable carbocation
• D) the reaction forms the more/most stable product
• E) All of the above are valid reasons

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