JEE Main · 2020 · Shift-ImediumHC-048

The major product of the following reaction is:

Hydrocarbons · Class 11 · JEE Main Previous Year Question

Question

The major product of the following reaction is: image

Options
  1. a

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  2. b

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  3. c

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  4. d

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Correct Answerd

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Detailed Solution

image Answer: Option (d)

Key Points to Remember:

  • \ceBr2\ce{Br2} addition to cyclic alkenes is anti (trans) addition
  • Anti addition in cyclohexene gives trans-diaxial → trans-diequatorial product
  • \ceNO2\ce{-NO2} is electron-withdrawing and affects carbocation stability

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