A Student Gave a Molecule the Following Name

question 3

Multiple Choice

A student gave a molecule the following name:
3-methyl-4-isopropylpentane
However, the teacher pointed out that although the molecule could be correctly drawn from this name, the name violates the IUPAC rules. What is the correct (IUPAC) name for the molecule?

• A) 4-isopropyl-3-methylpentane
• B) 2-isopropyl-3-methylpentane
• C) 3,4-dimethylheptane
• D) 2,3,4-trimethylhexane
• E) 1,1,2,3-tetramethylpentane

---

Definitions:

Selling and Administrative Expense

Expenses related to the selling of products and the management of the business, not directly tied to production.

Statement of Cash Flows

A financial report that summarizes the amount of cash and cash equivalents entering and leaving a company.

Income Tax Expense

The amount of income tax a company is obligated to pay to the government, based on its taxable income.

Cash Basis

An accounting method where revenues and expenses are recorded when cash is received or paid, rather than when they are incurred.