Which Is an Untrue Statement Concerning the Diels-Alder Reaction

question 112

Multiple Choice

Which is an untrue statement concerning the Diels-Alder reaction?

• A)The reaction is a syn addition.
• B)The diene must be in the s-cis conformation to react.
• C)Most Diels-Alder reactions are reversible.
• D)Generally,the adduct formed most rapidly is the exo product.
• E)Electron donating groups on the diene and electron withdrawing groups on the dieneophile favor adduct formation.

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