Careful Addition of 1 Equivalent of Br₂ to the Alkyne

question 146

Multiple Choice

Careful addition of 1 equivalent of Br₂ to the alkyne shown below would be expected to produce which of the following as the major organic product?

• A) I
• B) II
• C) III
• D) IV
• E) V

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Definitions:

Random Assignment

A technique for assigning individuals to different groups in an experiment using randomization, to ensure that every participant has an equal chance of being placed in any group.

Cause-effect Inferences

Logical deductions that suggest a relationship where one event (the cause) leads to the occurrence of another event (the effect).

External Validity

The extent to which research findings can be generalized to settings or groups outside the study.

Confounding Variables

External factors that can influence both the dependent and independent variables, potentially biasing the results of a study.